C.W. Harris ES vs Smothers ES
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in District of Columbia, United States, 1.5 km 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
Smothers ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
250 students
| Measure | C.W. Harris ES Washington, District of Columbia | Smothers ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #129 of 142 | #135 of 142 |
| National rank | #45139 of 50,301 | #45680 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 251 | 250 |
| Enrollment | 251 | 250 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 8.7 | 8.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 7.5% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 2.5% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (19.5 vs 18.7).
- •C.W. Harris ES does better on math proficiency (12% vs 2.5%).
- •Smothers ES does better on reading proficiency (12% vs 7.5%).
- •Smothers ES does better on students per teacher (8.6 vs 8.7).
- •C.W. Harris ES is the larger school with 251 students compared with 250.
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 Smothers ES?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are C.W. Harris ES and Smothers ES?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
C.W. Harris ES: 251. Smothers ES: 250. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do C.W. Harris ES and Smothers ES rank in District of Columbia?
C.W. Harris ES is 129th of 142 and Smothers ES is 135th of 142 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).