Goodwill Excel Center PCS vs Ross ES
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Goodwill Excel Center PCS
Washington · Charter high · Grades 9–12
440 students
Ross ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
171 students
| Measure | Goodwill Excel Center PCS Washington, District of Columbia | Ross ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 91 Top 5% |
| State rank | #28 of 38 | #2 of 142 |
| National rank | #15211 of 16,910 | #527 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 440 | 171 |
| Enrollment | 440 | 171 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 9.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | 92% |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 77% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ross ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (91.3 vs 20.3).
- •Ross ES does better on math proficiency (77% vs 24.5%).
- •Ross ES does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 10%).
- •Ross ES does better on students per teacher (9.0 vs 15.2).
- •Goodwill Excel Center PCS is the larger school with 440 students compared with 171.
- •Goodwill Excel Center PCS is a charter school while Ross 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 Goodwill Excel Center PCS better than Ross ES?
On the Success Index (US), Ross ES ranks higher (91.3 vs 20.3 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 Goodwill Excel Center PCS and Ross ES?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Goodwill Excel Center PCS: 440. Ross ES: 171. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Goodwill Excel Center PCS and Ross ES rank in District of Columbia?
Goodwill Excel Center PCS is 28th of 38 and Ross ES is 2nd of 142 among high schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).