DC Scholars PCS vs KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in District of Columbia, United States, 452 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
DC Scholars PCS
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
478 students
KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades 1–4
388 students
| Measure | DC Scholars PCS Washington, District of Columbia | KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #131 of 142 | #70 of 142 |
| National rank | #45341 of 50,301 | #32891 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 1–4 |
| Students | 478 | 388 |
| Enrollment | 478 | 388 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 47% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.6 vs 19.2).
- •KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS does better on math proficiency (47% vs 22%).
- •KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 19%).
- •DC Scholars PCS does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 14.4).
- •DC Scholars PCS is the larger school with 478 students compared with 388.
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 Scholars PCS better than KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS ranks higher (38.6 vs 19.2 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 Scholars PCS and KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS?
About 452 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
DC Scholars PCS: 478. KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS: 388. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do DC Scholars PCS and KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS rank in District of Columbia?
DC Scholars PCS is 131st of 142 and KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS is 70th of 142 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).