Center City PCS - Capitol Hill vs Payne ES
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in District of Columbia, United States, 492 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Center City PCS - Capitol Hill
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
257 students
Payne ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
398 students
| Measure | Center City PCS - Capitol Hill Washington, District of Columbia | Payne ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #112 of 142 | #78 of 142 |
| National rank | #42919 of 50,301 | #36127 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 257 | 398 |
| Enrollment | 257 | 398 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 32% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Payne ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.7 vs 23.0).
- •Payne ES does better on math proficiency (32% vs 17%).
- •Payne ES does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •Center City PCS - Capitol Hill does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 12.1).
- •Payne ES is the larger school with 398 students compared with 257.
- •Center City PCS - Capitol Hill is a charter school while Payne 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 - Capitol Hill better than Payne ES?
On the Success Index (US), Payne ES ranks higher (33.7 vs 23.0 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 Center City PCS - Capitol Hill and Payne ES?
About 492 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Center City PCS - Capitol Hill: 257. Payne ES: 398. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Center City PCS - Capitol Hill and Payne ES rank in District of Columbia?
Center City PCS - Capitol Hill is 112th of 142 and Payne ES is 78th of 142 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).