Hart MS vs KIPP DC - Inspire Academy PCS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 530 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hart MS
Washington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
374 students
KIPP DC - Inspire Academy PCS
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades 1–4
314 students
| Measure | Hart MS Washington, District of Columbia | KIPP DC - Inspire Academy PCS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #34 of 42 | #40 of 142 |
| National rank | #13727 of 15,369 | #21166 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 1–4 |
| Students | 374 | 314 |
| Enrollment | 374 | 314 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | – |
| Math proficiency | 4% | – |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP DC - Inspire Academy PCS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.7 vs 20.3).
- •Hart MS does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 14.3).
- •Hart MS is the larger school with 374 students compared with 314.
- •Hart MS is a public school while KIPP DC - Inspire Academy 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 Hart MS better than KIPP DC - Inspire Academy PCS?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP DC - Inspire Academy PCS ranks higher (55.7 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 Hart MS and KIPP DC - Inspire Academy PCS?
About 530 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hart MS: 374. KIPP DC - Inspire Academy PCS: 314. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hart MS and KIPP DC - Inspire Academy PCS rank in District of Columbia?
Hart MS is 34th of 42 and KIPP DC - Inspire Academy PCS is 40th of 142 among middle schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).