Dunbar HS vs KIPP DC - WILL Academy PCS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 527 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
KIPP DC - WILL Academy PCS
Washington · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
341 students
| Measure | Dunbar HS Washington, District of Columbia | KIPP DC - WILL Academy PCS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #31 of 38 | #18 of 42 |
| National rank | #15430 of 16,910 | #9619 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 892 | 341 |
| Enrollment | 892 | 341 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 2% | 34% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP DC - WILL Academy PCS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.9 vs 19.0).
- •KIPP DC - WILL Academy PCS does better on math proficiency (34% vs 2%).
- •KIPP DC - WILL Academy PCS does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 17%).
- •Dunbar HS does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 12.2).
- •Dunbar HS is the larger school with 892 students compared with 341.
- •Dunbar HS is a public school while KIPP DC - WILL Academy PCS 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 KIPP DC - WILL Academy PCS?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP DC - WILL Academy PCS ranks higher (40.9 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 KIPP DC - WILL Academy PCS?
About 527 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dunbar HS: 892. KIPP DC - WILL Academy PCS: 341. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dunbar HS and KIPP DC - WILL Academy PCS rank in District of Columbia?
Dunbar HS is 31st of 38 and KIPP DC - WILL Academy PCS is 18th of 42 among high schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).