Garfield ES vs Johnson MS
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.
Garfield ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
252 students
Johnson MS
Washington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
307 students
| Measure | Garfield ES Washington, District of Columbia | Johnson MS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #125 of 142 | #39 of 42 |
| National rank | #44889 of 50,301 | #14018 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 252 | 307 |
| Enrollment | 252 | 307 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.5 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 5% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Garfield ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.9 vs 18.5).
- •Garfield ES does better on math proficiency (12% vs 5%).
- •Johnson MS does better on reading proficiency (20% vs 17%).
- •Garfield ES does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 11.8).
- •Johnson MS is the larger school with 307 students compared with 252.
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 Garfield ES better than Johnson MS?
On the Success Index (US), Garfield ES ranks higher (19.9 vs 18.5 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 Garfield ES and Johnson MS?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Garfield ES: 252. Johnson MS: 307. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Garfield ES and Johnson MS rank in District of Columbia?
Garfield ES is 125th of 142 and Johnson MS is 39th of 42 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).