District of Columbia International School vs Takoma ES
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
District of Columbia International School
Washington · Charter high · Grades 6–12
1,654 students
Takoma ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
483 students
| Measure | District of Columbia International School Washington, District of Columbia | Takoma ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #9 of 38 | #96 of 142 |
| National rank | #5415 of 16,910 | #40497 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,654 | 483 |
| Enrollment | 1,654 | 483 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 9.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 21% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •District of Columbia International School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.5 vs 26.9).
- •District of Columbia International School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 21%).
- •District of Columbia International School does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 25%).
- •Takoma ES does better on students per teacher (9.9 vs 10.3).
- •District of Columbia International School is the larger school with 1,654 students compared with 483.
- •District of Columbia International School is a charter school while Takoma 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 District of Columbia International School better than Takoma ES?
On the Success Index (US), District of Columbia International School ranks higher (61.5 vs 26.9 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 District of Columbia International School and Takoma ES?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
District of Columbia International School: 1,654. Takoma ES: 483. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do District of Columbia International School and Takoma ES rank in District of Columbia?
District of Columbia International School is 9th of 38 and Takoma ES is 96th of 142 among high schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).