Excel Academy vs KIPP DC - AIM Academy PCS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 685 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Excel Academy
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
363 students
KIPP DC - AIM Academy PCS
Washington · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
435 students
| Measure | Excel Academy Washington, District of Columbia | KIPP DC - AIM Academy PCS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #109 of 142 | #19 of 42 |
| National rank | #42682 of 50,301 | #10138 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 363 | 435 |
| Enrollment | 363 | 435 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 34% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP DC - AIM Academy PCS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.6 vs 23.4).
- •KIPP DC - AIM Academy PCS does better on math proficiency (34% vs 9%).
- •KIPP DC - AIM Academy PCS does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 25%).
- •Excel Academy does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 11.8).
- •KIPP DC - AIM Academy PCS is the larger school with 435 students compared with 363.
- •Excel Academy is a public school while KIPP DC - AIM 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 Excel Academy better than KIPP DC - AIM Academy PCS?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP DC - AIM Academy PCS ranks higher (38.6 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 KIPP DC - AIM Academy PCS?
About 685 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Excel Academy: 363. KIPP DC - AIM Academy PCS: 435. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Excel Academy and KIPP DC - AIM Academy PCS rank in District of Columbia?
Excel Academy is 109th of 142 and KIPP DC - AIM Academy PCS is 19th of 42 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).