Dunbar HS vs Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 154 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dunbar HS
Washington · Public high · Grades 9–12
892 students
Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades PK–3
239 students
| Measure | Dunbar HS Washington, District of Columbia | Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #31 of 38 | #116 of 142 |
| National rank | #15430 of 16,910 | #44023 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–3 |
| Students | 892 | 239 |
| Enrollment | 892 | 239 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 10.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 7.5% |
| Math proficiency | 2% | 22% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.3 vs 19.0).
- •Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary does better on math proficiency (22% vs 2%).
- •Dunbar HS does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 7.5%).
- •Dunbar HS is the larger school with 892 students compared with 239.
- •Dunbar HS is a public school while Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary is a charter 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 Dunbar HS better than Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary ranks higher (21.3 vs 19.0 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 Dunbar HS and Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary?
About 154 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dunbar HS: 892. Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary: 239. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dunbar HS and Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary rank in District of Columbia?
Dunbar HS is 31st of 38 and Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary is 116th of 142 among high schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).