Houston ES vs Idea Pcs
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 617 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Houston ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
314 students
Idea Pcs
Washington · Charter high · Grades 9–12
350 students
| Measure | Houston ES Washington, District of Columbia | Idea Pcs Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #120 of 142 | #22 of 38 |
| National rank | #44408 of 50,301 | #14875 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 314 | 350 |
| Enrollment | 314 | 350 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.5 | 9.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 7.5% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 7.5% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Idea Pcs scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.4 vs 20.7).
- •Houston ES does better on math proficiency (12% vs 7.5%).
- •Idea Pcs does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 7.5%).
- •Houston ES does better on students per teacher (9.5 vs 9.7).
- •Idea Pcs is the larger school with 350 students compared with 314.
- •Houston ES is a public school while Idea 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 Houston ES better than Idea Pcs?
On the Success Index (US), Idea Pcs ranks higher (22.4 vs 20.7 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 Houston ES and Idea Pcs?
About 617 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Houston ES: 314. Idea Pcs: 350. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Houston ES and Idea Pcs rank in District of Columbia?
Houston ES is 120th of 142 and Idea Pcs is 22nd of 38 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).