Harmony DC PCS - School of Excellence vs McKinley MS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 239 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harmony DC PCS - School of Excellence
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
182 students
McKinley MS
Washington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
286 students
| Measure | Harmony DC PCS - School of Excellence Washington, District of Columbia | McKinley MS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #137 of 142 | #36 of 42 |
| National rank | #45726 of 50,301 | #13756 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 182 | 286 |
| Enrollment | 182 | 286 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.6 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 8% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McKinley MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.1 vs 18.6).
- •Harmony DC PCS - School of Excellence does better on math proficiency (15% vs 8%).
- •McKinley MS does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 15%).
- •Harmony DC PCS - School of Excellence does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 12.4).
- •McKinley MS is the larger school with 286 students compared with 182.
- •Harmony DC PCS - School of Excellence is a charter school while McKinley MS 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 Harmony DC PCS - School of Excellence better than McKinley MS?
On the Success Index (US), McKinley MS ranks higher (20.1 vs 18.6 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 Harmony DC PCS - School of Excellence and McKinley MS?
About 239 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harmony DC PCS - School of Excellence: 182. McKinley MS: 286. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harmony DC PCS - School of Excellence and McKinley MS rank in District of Columbia?
Harmony DC PCS - School of Excellence is 137th of 142 and McKinley MS is 36th of 42 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).