Duke Ellington School of the Arts vs Hardy MS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 285 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Duke Ellington School of the Arts
Washington · Public high · Grades 9–12
589 students
Hardy MS
Washington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
631 students
| Measure | Duke Ellington School of the Arts Washington, District of Columbia | Hardy MS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #18 of 38 | #8 of 42 |
| National rank | #13675 of 16,910 | #3633 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 589 | 631 |
| Enrollment | 589 | 631 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 28.0 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 46% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hardy MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.6 vs 28.4).
- •Hardy MS does better on math proficiency (46% vs 17%).
- •Hardy MS does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 57%).
- •Hardy MS does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 28.0).
- •Hardy MS is the larger school with 631 students compared with 589.
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 Duke Ellington School of the Arts better than Hardy MS?
On the Success Index (US), Hardy MS ranks higher (68.6 vs 28.4 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 Duke Ellington School of the Arts and Hardy MS?
About 285 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Duke Ellington School of the Arts: 589. Hardy MS: 631. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Duke Ellington School of the Arts and Hardy MS rank in District of Columbia?
Duke Ellington School of the Arts is 18th of 38 and Hardy MS is 8th of 42 among high schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).