Deal MS vs Murch ES
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 407 m 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
Murch ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
658 students
| Measure | Deal MS Washington, District of Columbia | Murch ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #3 of 42 | #11 of 142 |
| National rank | #1097 of 15,369 | #3853 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,462 | 658 |
| Enrollment | 1,462 | 658 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 73% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (82.6 vs 82.1).
- •Murch ES does better on math proficiency (73% vs 63%).
- •Deal MS does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 74%).
- •Deal MS does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 14.0).
- •Deal MS is the larger school with 1,462 students compared with 658.
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 Murch ES?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Deal MS and Murch ES?
About 407 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Deal MS: 1,462. Murch ES: 658. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Deal MS and Murch ES rank in District of Columbia?
Deal MS is 3rd of 42 and Murch ES is 11th of 142 among middle schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).