Hendley ES vs Ingenuity Prep PCS
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in District of Columbia, United States, 643 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hendley ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
276 students
Ingenuity Prep PCS
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
797 students
| Measure | Hendley ES Washington, District of Columbia | Ingenuity Prep PCS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #114 of 142 | #63 of 142 |
| National rank | #42942 of 50,301 | #29393 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 276 | 797 |
| Enrollment | 276 | 797 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.5 | 8.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 7.5% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 37% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ingenuity Prep PCS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.8 vs 23.0).
- •Ingenuity Prep PCS does better on math proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •Ingenuity Prep PCS does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 7.5%).
- •Ingenuity Prep PCS does better on students per teacher (8.3 vs 9.5).
- •Ingenuity Prep PCS is the larger school with 797 students compared with 276.
- •Hendley ES is a public school while Ingenuity Prep 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 Hendley ES better than Ingenuity Prep PCS?
On the Success Index (US), Ingenuity Prep PCS ranks higher (43.8 vs 23.0 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 Hendley ES and Ingenuity Prep PCS?
About 643 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hendley ES: 276. Ingenuity Prep PCS: 797. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hendley ES and Ingenuity Prep PCS rank in District of Columbia?
Hendley ES is 114th of 142 and Ingenuity Prep PCS is 63rd of 142 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).