Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Johenning vs Simon ES
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 684 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Johenning
Washington · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
297 students
Simon ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
231 students
| Measure | Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Johenning Washington, District of Columbia | Simon ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #25 of 42 | #140 of 142 |
| National rank | #11958 of 15,369 | #46194 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 297 | 231 |
| Enrollment | 297 | 231 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.6 | 8.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 2.5% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 7.5% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Johenning scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.8 vs 17.8).
- •Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Johenning does better on math proficiency (22% vs 7.5%).
- •Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Johenning does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 2.5%).
- •Simon ES does better on students per teacher (8.9 vs 9.6).
- •Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Johenning is the larger school with 297 students compared with 231.
- •Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Johenning is a charter school while Simon 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 Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Johenning better than Simon ES?
On the Success Index (US), Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Johenning ranks higher (29.8 vs 17.8 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 Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Johenning and Simon ES?
About 684 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Johenning: 297. Simon ES: 231. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Johenning and Simon ES rank in District of Columbia?
Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Johenning is 25th of 42 and Simon ES is 140th of 142 among middle schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).