Garfield ES vs Turner ES
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in District of Columbia, United States, 936 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Garfield ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
252 students
Turner ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
461 students
| Measure | Garfield ES Washington, District of Columbia | Turner ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #125 of 142 | #126 of 142 |
| National rank | #44889 of 50,301 | #44938 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 252 | 461 |
| Enrollment | 252 | 461 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.5 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 7.5% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 22% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (19.9 vs 19.9).
- •Turner ES does better on math proficiency (22% vs 12%).
- •Garfield ES does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 7.5%).
- •Garfield ES does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 12.5).
- •Turner ES is the larger school with 461 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 Turner 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 Garfield ES and Turner ES?
About 936 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Garfield ES: 252. Turner ES: 461. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Garfield ES and Turner ES rank in District of Columbia?
Garfield ES is 125th of 142 and Turner ES is 126th of 142 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).