Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Elementary vs Payne ES
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in District of Columbia, United States, 663 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Elementary
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades PK–3
256 students
Payne ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
398 students
| Measure | Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Elementary Washington, District of Columbia | Payne ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #93 of 142 | #78 of 142 |
| National rank | #40263 of 50,301 | #36127 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 256 | 398 |
| Enrollment | 256 | 398 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.8 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 24.5% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 32% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Payne ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.7 vs 27.2).
- •Payne ES does better on math proficiency (32% vs 24.5%).
- •Payne ES does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 24.5%).
- •Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Elementary does better on students per teacher (9.8 vs 12.1).
- •Payne ES is the larger school with 398 students compared with 256.
- •Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Elementary is a charter school while Payne 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 Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Elementary better than Payne ES?
On the Success Index (US), Payne ES ranks higher (33.7 vs 27.2 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 Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Elementary and Payne ES?
About 663 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Elementary: 256. Payne ES: 398. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Elementary and Payne ES rank in District of Columbia?
Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Elementary is 93rd of 142 and Payne ES is 78th of 142 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).