Excel Academy vs Hearst ES
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in District of Columbia, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Excel Academy
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
363 students
Hearst ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
356 students
| Measure | Excel Academy Washington, District of Columbia | Hearst ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #109 of 142 | #19 of 142 |
| National rank | #42682 of 50,301 | #10658 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 363 | 356 |
| Enrollment | 363 | 356 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 62% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hearst ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.9 vs 23.4).
- •Hearst ES does better on math proficiency (62% vs 9%).
- •Hearst ES does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 25%).
- •Excel Academy does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 13.7).
- •Excel Academy is the larger school with 363 students compared with 356.
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 Excel Academy better than Hearst ES?
On the Success Index (US), Hearst ES ranks higher (70.9 vs 23.4 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 Excel Academy and Hearst ES?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Excel Academy: 363. Hearst ES: 356. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Excel Academy and Hearst ES rank in District of Columbia?
Excel Academy is 109th of 142 and Hearst ES is 19th of 142 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).