Brookland MS vs Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 213 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brookland MS
Washington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
381 students
Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades PK–6
199 students
| Measure | Brookland MS Washington, District of Columbia | Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #32 of 42 | #128 of 142 |
| National rank | #13408 of 15,369 | #45057 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 381 | 199 |
| Enrollment | 381 | 199 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 24.5% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 5% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Brookland MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.0 vs 19.7).
- •Brookland MS does better on math proficiency (9% vs 5%).
- •Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS does better on reading proficiency (24.5% vs 23%).
- •Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 10.6).
- •Brookland MS is the larger school with 381 students compared with 199.
- •Brookland MS is a public school while Shining Stars Montessori Academy 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 Brookland MS better than Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS?
On the Success Index (US), Brookland MS ranks higher (22.0 vs 19.7 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 Brookland MS and Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS?
About 213 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brookland MS: 381. Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS: 199. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brookland MS and Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS rank in District of Columbia?
Brookland MS is 32nd of 42 and Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS is 128th of 142 among middle schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).