Cardozo Education Campus vs Meridian PCS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 426 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cardozo Education Campus
Washington · Public high · Grades 6–12
710 students
Meridian PCS
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
578 students
| Measure | Cardozo Education Campus Washington, District of Columbia | Meridian PCS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #23 of 38 | #102 of 142 |
| National rank | #14924 of 16,910 | #41781 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 710 | 578 |
| Enrollment | 710 | 578 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.1 | 9.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 16% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 19% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Meridian PCS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.9 vs 22.1).
- •Meridian PCS does better on math proficiency (19% vs 8%).
- •Meridian PCS does better on reading proficiency (20% vs 16%).
- •Cardozo Education Campus does better on students per teacher (9.1 vs 9.3).
- •Cardozo Education Campus is the larger school with 710 students compared with 578.
- •Cardozo Education Campus is a public school while Meridian 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 Cardozo Education Campus better than Meridian PCS?
On the Success Index (US), Meridian PCS ranks higher (24.9 vs 22.1 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 Cardozo Education Campus and Meridian PCS?
About 426 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cardozo Education Campus: 710. Meridian PCS: 578. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cardozo Education Campus and Meridian PCS rank in District of Columbia?
Cardozo Education Campus is 23rd of 38 and Meridian PCS is 102nd of 142 among high schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).