Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy vs Idea Pcs
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in District of Columbia, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy
Washington · Charter high · Grades 9–12
745 students
Idea Pcs
Washington · Charter high · Grades 9–12
350 students
| Measure | Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy Washington, District of Columbia | Idea Pcs Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #34 of 38 | #22 of 38 |
| National rank | #15639 of 16,910 | #14875 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 745 | 350 |
| Enrollment | 745 | 350 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 9.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 7.5% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Idea Pcs scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.4 vs 17.8).
- •Idea Pcs does better on math proficiency (7.5% vs 2.5%).
- •Idea Pcs does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 12%).
- •Idea Pcs does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 11.0).
- •Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy is the larger school with 745 students compared with 350.
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 - Collegiate Academy better than Idea Pcs?
On the Success Index (US), Idea Pcs ranks higher (22.4 vs 17.8 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 - Collegiate Academy and Idea Pcs?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy: 745. Idea Pcs: 350. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy and Idea Pcs rank in District of Columbia?
Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy is 34th of 38 and Idea Pcs is 22nd of 38 among high schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).