Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Middle vs Shirley Chisholm ES
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 522 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Middle
Washington · Charter middle · Grades 4–8
282 students
Shirley Chisholm ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
542 students
| Measure | Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Middle Washington, District of Columbia | Shirley Chisholm ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #23 of 42 | #80 of 142 |
| National rank | #11714 of 15,369 | #37520 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 4–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 282 | 542 |
| Enrollment | 282 | 542 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 27% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (31.1 vs 31.6).
- •Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Middle does better on math proficiency (28% vs 27%).
- •Shirley Chisholm ES does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 26%).
- •Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Middle does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 11.8).
- •Shirley Chisholm ES is the larger school with 542 students compared with 282.
- •Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Middle is a charter school while Shirley Chisholm 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 Middle better than Shirley Chisholm ES?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Middle and Shirley Chisholm ES?
About 522 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Middle: 282. Shirley Chisholm ES: 542. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Middle and Shirley Chisholm ES rank in District of Columbia?
Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Middle is 23rd of 42 and Shirley Chisholm ES is 80th of 142 among middle schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).