Early Childhood Academy PCS vs Hart MS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 832 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Early Childhood Academy PCS
Washington Β· Charter elementary Β· Grades PKβ3
281 students
Hart MS
Washington Β· Public middle Β· Grades 6β8
374 students
| Measure | Early Childhood Academy PCS Washington, District of Columbia | Hart MS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #142 of 142 | #34 of 42 |
| National rank | #48588 of 50,301 | #13727 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PKβ3 | Grades 6β8 |
| Students | 281 | 374 |
| Enrollment | 281 | 374 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | β | β |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 10.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 4% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | β | β |
The verdict
- β’Hart MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.3 vs 12.7).
- β’Early Childhood Academy PCS does better on math proficiency (10% vs 4%).
- β’Early Childhood Academy PCS does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 20%).
- β’Hart MS does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 17.6).
- β’Hart MS is the larger school with 374 students compared with 281.
- β’Early Childhood Academy PCS is a charter school while Hart MS 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 Early Childhood Academy PCS better than Hart MS?
On the Success Index (US), Hart MS ranks higher (20.3 vs 12.7 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 Early Childhood Academy PCS and Hart MS?
About 832 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Early Childhood Academy PCS: 281. Hart MS: 374. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Early Childhood Academy PCS and Hart MS rank in District of Columbia?
Early Childhood Academy PCS is 142nd of 142 and Hart MS is 34th of 42 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).