Capital City PCS - HS vs Roots PCS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 645 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Capital City PCS - HS
Washington · Charter high · Grades 9–12
348 students
Roots PCS
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
80 students
| Measure | Capital City PCS - HS Washington, District of Columbia | Roots PCS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #19 of 38 | #119 of 142 |
| National rank | #14301 of 16,910 | #44376 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 348 | 80 |
| Enrollment | 348 | 80 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 8.3 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 30% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Capital City PCS - HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.4 vs 20.8).
- •Roots PCS does better on math proficiency (30% vs 12%).
- •Capital City PCS - HS does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 10%).
- •Capital City PCS - HS does better on students per teacher (8.3 vs 11.4).
- •Capital City PCS - HS is the larger school with 348 students compared with 80.
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 Capital City PCS - HS better than Roots PCS?
On the Success Index (US), Capital City PCS - HS ranks higher (25.4 vs 20.8 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 Capital City PCS - HS and Roots PCS?
About 645 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Capital City PCS - HS: 348. Roots PCS: 80. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Capital City PCS - HS and Roots PCS rank in District of Columbia?
Capital City PCS - HS is 19th of 38 and Roots PCS is 119th of 142 among high schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).