DC Prep PCS - Benning ES vs Smothers ES
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in District of Columbia, United States, 635 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
DC Prep PCS - Benning ES
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades PK–3
430 students
Smothers ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
250 students
| Measure | DC Prep PCS - Benning ES Washington, District of Columbia | Smothers ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #45 of 142 | #135 of 142 |
| National rank | #24318 of 50,301 | #45680 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 430 | 250 |
| Enrollment | 430 | 250 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 8.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 2.5% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •DC Prep PCS - Benning ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.2 vs 18.7).
- •DC Prep PCS - Benning ES does better on math proficiency (52% vs 2.5%).
- •DC Prep PCS - Benning ES does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 12%).
- •Smothers ES does better on students per teacher (8.6 vs 13.4).
- •DC Prep PCS - Benning ES is the larger school with 430 students compared with 250.
- •DC Prep PCS - Benning ES is a charter school while Smothers 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 DC Prep PCS - Benning ES better than Smothers ES?
On the Success Index (US), DC Prep PCS - Benning ES ranks higher (51.2 vs 18.7 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 DC Prep PCS - Benning ES and Smothers ES?
About 635 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
DC Prep PCS - Benning ES: 430. Smothers ES: 250. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do DC Prep PCS - Benning ES and Smothers ES rank in District of Columbia?
DC Prep PCS - Benning ES is 45th of 142 and Smothers ES is 135th of 142 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).