DC Prep PCS - Benning ES vs The SEED PCS of Washington DC
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 425 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
The SEED PCS of Washington DC
Washington · Charter high · Grades 9–12
245 students
| Measure | DC Prep PCS - Benning ES Washington, District of Columbia | The SEED PCS of Washington DC Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #45 of 142 | #37 of 38 |
| National rank | #24318 of 50,301 | #16463 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 430 | 245 |
| Enrollment | 430 | 245 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 12% |
| 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 11.8).
- •DC Prep PCS - Benning ES does better on math proficiency (52% vs 12%).
- •DC Prep PCS - Benning ES does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 12%).
- •DC Prep PCS - Benning ES does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 17.5).
- •DC Prep PCS - Benning ES is the larger school with 430 students compared with 245.
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 The SEED PCS of Washington DC?
On the Success Index (US), DC Prep PCS - Benning ES ranks higher (51.2 vs 11.8 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 DC Prep PCS - Benning ES and The SEED PCS of Washington DC?
About 425 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
DC Prep PCS - Benning ES: 430. The SEED PCS of Washington DC: 245. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do DC Prep PCS - Benning ES and The SEED PCS of Washington DC rank in District of Columbia?
DC Prep PCS - Benning ES is 45th of 142 and The SEED PCS of Washington DC is 37th of 38 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).