Global Citizens PCS vs Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in District of Columbia, United States, 5.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Global Citizens PCS
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades PK–2
198 students
Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades PK–6
199 students
| Measure | Global Citizens PCS Washington, District of Columbia | Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #12 of 142 | #128 of 142 |
| National rank | #6363 of 50,301 | #45057 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 198 | 199 |
| Enrollment | 198 | 199 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 24.5% |
| Math proficiency | – | 5% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Global Citizens PCS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.6 vs 19.7).
- •Global Citizens PCS does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 10.5).
- •Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS is the larger school with 199 students compared with 198.
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 Global Citizens PCS better than Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS?
On the Success Index (US), Global Citizens PCS ranks higher (77.6 vs 19.7 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 Global Citizens PCS and Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS?
About 5.9 km in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Global Citizens PCS: 198. Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS: 199. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Global Citizens PCS and Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS rank in District of Columbia?
Global Citizens PCS is 12th of 142 and Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS is 128th of 142 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).