Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy vs Lorraine H. Whitlock ES
A head-to-head comparison of two 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
Lorraine H. Whitlock ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
162 students
| Measure | Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy Washington, District of Columbia | Lorraine H. Whitlock ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #34 of 38 | #139 of 142 |
| National rank | #15639 of 16,910 | #46015 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 745 | 162 |
| Enrollment | 745 | 162 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 9.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 12% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (17.8 vs 18.1).
- •Lorraine H. Whitlock ES does better on math proficiency (12% vs 2.5%).
- •Lorraine H. Whitlock ES does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 12%).
- •Lorraine H. Whitlock ES does better on students per teacher (9.0 vs 11.0).
- •Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy is the larger school with 745 students compared with 162.
- •Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy is a charter school while Lorraine H. Whitlock 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 - Collegiate Academy better than Lorraine H. Whitlock 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 - Collegiate Academy and Lorraine H. Whitlock ES?
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. Lorraine H. Whitlock ES: 162. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy and Lorraine H. Whitlock ES rank in District of Columbia?
Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy is 34th of 38 and Lorraine H. Whitlock ES is 139th of 142 among high schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).