Benjamin Banneker HS vs Meridian PCS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 824 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Banneker HS
Washington · Public high · Grades 9–12
703 students
Meridian PCS
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
578 students
| Measure | Benjamin Banneker HS Washington, District of Columbia | Meridian PCS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 5% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4 of 38 | #102 of 142 |
| National rank | #750 of 16,910 | #41781 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 703 | 578 |
| Enrollment | 703 | 578 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 9.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 97.5% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 19% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benjamin Banneker HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.0 vs 24.9).
- •Benjamin Banneker HS does better on math proficiency (82% vs 19%).
- •Benjamin Banneker HS does better on reading proficiency (97.5% vs 20%).
- •Meridian PCS does better on students per teacher (9.3 vs 16.3).
- •Benjamin Banneker HS is the larger school with 703 students compared with 578.
- •Benjamin Banneker HS is a public school while Meridian PCS 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 Benjamin Banneker HS better than Meridian PCS?
On the Success Index (US), Benjamin Banneker HS ranks higher (84.0 vs 24.9 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 Benjamin Banneker HS and Meridian PCS?
About 824 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Banneker HS: 703. Meridian PCS: 578. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Banneker HS and Meridian PCS rank in District of Columbia?
Benjamin Banneker HS is 4th of 38 and Meridian PCS is 102nd of 142 among high schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).