Barnard ES vs Center City PCS - Petworth
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in District of Columbia, United States, 536 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barnard ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
573 students
Center City PCS - Petworth
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
255 students
| Measure | Barnard ES Washington, District of Columbia | Center City PCS - Petworth Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #49 of 142 | #75 of 142 |
| National rank | #25348 of 50,301 | #35078 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 573 | 255 |
| Enrollment | 573 | 255 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.1 | 9.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 32% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Barnard ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.7 vs 35.3).
- •Barnard ES does better on math proficiency (46% vs 32%).
- •Barnard ES does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 32%).
- •Center City PCS - Petworth does better on students per teacher (9.8 vs 10.1).
- •Barnard ES is the larger school with 573 students compared with 255.
- •Barnard ES is a public school while Center City PCS - Petworth is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Barnard ES better than Center City PCS - Petworth?
On the Success Index (US), Barnard ES ranks higher (49.7 vs 35.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Barnard ES and Center City PCS - Petworth?
About 536 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barnard ES: 573. Center City PCS - Petworth: 255. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barnard ES and Center City PCS - Petworth rank in District of Columbia?
Barnard ES is 49th of 142 and Center City PCS - Petworth is 75th of 142 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).