Deal MS vs Hardy MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in District of Columbia, United States, 4.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Deal MS
Washington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,462 students
Hardy MS
Washington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
631 students
| Measure | Deal MS Washington, District of Columbia | Hardy MS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #3 of 42 | #8 of 42 |
| National rank | #1097 of 15,369 | #3633 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,462 | 631 |
| Enrollment | 1,462 | 631 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 46% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Deal MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.6 vs 68.6).
- •Deal MS does better on math proficiency (63% vs 46%).
- •Deal MS does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 67%).
- •Hardy MS does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 13.9).
- •Deal MS is the larger school with 1,462 students compared with 631.
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 Deal MS better than Hardy MS?
On the Success Index (US), Deal MS ranks higher (82.6 vs 68.6 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 Deal MS and Hardy MS?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Deal MS: 1,462. Hardy MS: 631. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Deal MS and Hardy MS rank in District of Columbia?
Deal MS is 3rd of 42 and Hardy MS is 8th of 42 among middle schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).