Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy vs Smothers ES
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 805 m 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
Smothers ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
250 students
| Measure | Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy Washington, District of Columbia | Smothers ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #34 of 38 | #135 of 142 |
| National rank | #15639 of 16,910 | #45680 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 745 | 250 |
| Enrollment | 745 | 250 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 8.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 2.5% |
| 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 18.7).
- •Smothers ES does better on students per teacher (8.6 vs 11.0).
- •Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy is the larger school with 745 students compared with 250.
- •Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy is a charter school while Smothers 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 Smothers 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 Smothers ES?
About 805 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy: 745. Smothers ES: 250. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy and Smothers ES rank in District of Columbia?
Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy is 34th of 38 and Smothers ES is 135th of 142 among high schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).