Brightwood ES vs District of Columbia International School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brightwood ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
646 students
District of Columbia International School
Washington · Charter high · Grades 6–12
1,654 students
| Measure | Brightwood ES Washington, District of Columbia | District of Columbia International School Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #68 of 142 | #9 of 38 |
| National rank | #31784 of 50,301 | #5415 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 646 | 1,654 |
| Enrollment | 646 | 1,654 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.1 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 41% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •District of Columbia International School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.5 vs 40.2).
- •District of Columbia International School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 37%).
- •District of Columbia International School does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 32%).
- •Brightwood ES does better on students per teacher (9.1 vs 10.3).
- •District of Columbia International School is the larger school with 1,654 students compared with 646.
- •Brightwood ES is a public school while District of Columbia International School 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 Brightwood ES better than District of Columbia International School?
On the Success Index (US), District of Columbia International School ranks higher (61.5 vs 40.2 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 Brightwood ES and District of Columbia International School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brightwood ES: 646. District of Columbia International School: 1,654. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brightwood ES and District of Columbia International School rank in District of Columbia?
Brightwood ES is 68th of 142 and District of Columbia International School is 9th of 38 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).