Early Childhood Academy PCS vs Simon ES
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in District of Columbia, United States, 887 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Early Childhood Academy PCS
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades PK–3
281 students
Simon ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
231 students
| Measure | Early Childhood Academy PCS Washington, District of Columbia | Simon ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #142 of 142 | #140 of 142 |
| National rank | #48588 of 50,301 | #46194 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 281 | 231 |
| Enrollment | 281 | 231 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 8.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 2.5% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 7.5% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Simon ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.8 vs 12.7).
- •Early Childhood Academy PCS does better on math proficiency (10% vs 7.5%).
- •Early Childhood Academy PCS does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 2.5%).
- •Simon ES does better on students per teacher (8.9 vs 17.6).
- •Early Childhood Academy PCS is the larger school with 281 students compared with 231.
- •Early Childhood Academy PCS is a charter school while Simon 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 Early Childhood Academy PCS better than Simon ES?
On the Success Index (US), Simon ES ranks higher (17.8 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 Simon ES?
About 887 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Early Childhood Academy PCS: 281. Simon ES: 231. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Early Childhood Academy PCS and Simon ES rank in District of Columbia?
Early Childhood Academy PCS is 142nd of 142 and Simon ES is 140th of 142 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).