H.D. Cooke ES vs Meridian PCS
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in District of Columbia, United States, 969 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
H.D. Cooke ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
406 students
Meridian PCS
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
578 students
| Measure | H.D. Cooke ES Washington, District of Columbia | Meridian PCS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #56 of 142 | #102 of 142 |
| National rank | #27386 of 50,301 | #41781 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 406 | 578 |
| Enrollment | 406 | 578 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.2 | 9.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 19% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •H.D. Cooke ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.7 vs 24.9).
- •H.D. Cooke ES does better on math proficiency (42% vs 19%).
- •H.D. Cooke ES does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 20%).
- •H.D. Cooke ES does better on students per teacher (9.2 vs 9.3).
- •Meridian PCS is the larger school with 578 students compared with 406.
- •H.D. Cooke ES is a public school while Meridian PCS is a charter 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 H.D. Cooke ES better than Meridian PCS?
On the Success Index (US), H.D. Cooke ES ranks higher (46.7 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 H.D. Cooke ES and Meridian PCS?
About 969 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
H.D. Cooke ES: 406. Meridian PCS: 578. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do H.D. Cooke ES and Meridian PCS rank in District of Columbia?
H.D. Cooke ES is 56th of 142 and Meridian PCS is 102nd of 142 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).