Friendship PCS - Southeast Elementary vs King ES
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in District of Columbia, United States, 581 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Friendship PCS - Southeast Elementary
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades PK–3
357 students
King ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
193 students
| Measure | Friendship PCS - Southeast Elementary Washington, District of Columbia | King ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #62 of 142 | #101 of 142 |
| National rank | #29384 of 50,301 | #41769 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 357 | 193 |
| Enrollment | 357 | 193 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 7.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 34.5% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 44.5% | 27% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Friendship PCS - Southeast Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.8 vs 24.9).
- •Friendship PCS - Southeast Elementary does better on math proficiency (44.5% vs 27%).
- •Friendship PCS - Southeast Elementary does better on reading proficiency (34.5% vs 17%).
- •King ES does better on students per teacher (7.7 vs 11.9).
- •Friendship PCS - Southeast Elementary is the larger school with 357 students compared with 193.
- •Friendship PCS - Southeast Elementary is a charter school while King 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 - Southeast Elementary better than King ES?
On the Success Index (US), Friendship PCS - Southeast Elementary ranks higher (43.8 vs 24.9 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 - Southeast Elementary and King ES?
About 581 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Friendship PCS - Southeast Elementary: 357. King ES: 193. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Friendship PCS - Southeast Elementary and King ES rank in District of Columbia?
Friendship PCS - Southeast Elementary is 62nd of 142 and King ES is 101st of 142 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).