Center City PCS - Brightwood vs Whittier ES
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in District of Columbia, United States, 854 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Center City PCS - Brightwood
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
269 students
Whittier ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
450 students
| Measure | Center City PCS - Brightwood Washington, District of Columbia | Whittier ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 50 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #50 of 142 | #52 of 142 |
| National rank | #25356 of 50,301 | #25411 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 269 | 450 |
| Enrollment | 269 | 450 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.6 | 10.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (49.7 vs 49.7).
- •Whittier ES does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Center City PCS - Brightwood does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Center City PCS - Brightwood does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 10.0).
- •Whittier ES is the larger school with 450 students compared with 269.
- •Center City PCS - Brightwood is a charter school while Whittier ES is a public 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 Center City PCS - Brightwood better than Whittier 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 Center City PCS - Brightwood and Whittier ES?
About 854 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Center City PCS - Brightwood: 269. Whittier ES: 450. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Center City PCS - Brightwood and Whittier ES rank in District of Columbia?
Center City PCS - Brightwood is 50th of 142 and Whittier ES is 52nd of 142 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).