C.W. Harris ES vs KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 712 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
C.W. Harris ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
251 students
KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS
Washington · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
422 students
| Measure | C.W. Harris ES Washington, District of Columbia | KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #129 of 142 | #16 of 42 |
| National rank | #45139 of 50,301 | #8386 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 251 | 422 |
| Enrollment | 251 | 422 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 8.7 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 7.5% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 34% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.6 vs 19.5).
- •KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS does better on math proficiency (34% vs 12%).
- •KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 7.5%).
- •C.W. Harris ES does better on students per teacher (8.7 vs 12.4).
- •KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS is the larger school with 422 students compared with 251.
- •C.W. Harris ES is a public school while KIPP DC - KEY 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 C.W. Harris ES better than KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS ranks higher (46.6 vs 19.5 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 C.W. Harris ES and KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS?
About 712 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
C.W. Harris ES: 251. KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS: 422. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do C.W. Harris ES and KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS rank in District of Columbia?
C.W. Harris ES is 129th of 142 and KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS is 16th of 42 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).