Basis Dc Pcs vs Jefferson MS Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Basis Dc Pcs
Washington · Charter high · Grades 5–12
692 students
Jefferson MS Academy
Washington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
409 students
| Measure | Basis Dc Pcs Washington, District of Columbia | Jefferson MS Academy Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 10% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #7 of 38 | #22 of 42 |
| National rank | #1547 of 16,910 | #11573 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 692 | 409 |
| Enrollment | 692 | 409 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 21% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Basis Dc Pcs scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.2 vs 31.7).
- •Basis Dc Pcs does better on math proficiency (65% vs 21%).
- •Basis Dc Pcs does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 37%).
- •Jefferson MS Academy does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 13.8).
- •Basis Dc Pcs is the larger school with 692 students compared with 409.
- •Basis Dc Pcs is a charter school while Jefferson MS Academy is a public 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 Basis Dc Pcs better than Jefferson MS Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Basis Dc Pcs ranks higher (78.2 vs 31.7 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 Basis Dc Pcs and Jefferson MS Academy?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Basis Dc Pcs: 692. Jefferson MS Academy: 409. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Basis Dc Pcs and Jefferson MS Academy rank in District of Columbia?
Basis Dc Pcs is 7th of 38 and Jefferson MS Academy is 22nd of 42 among high schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).