Houston ES vs Ron Brown College Preparatory HS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 248 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
Ron Brown College Preparatory HS
Washington · Public high · Grades 9–12
196 students
| Measure | Houston ES Washington, District of Columbia | Ron Brown College Preparatory HS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #120 of 142 | #32 of 38 |
| National rank | #44408 of 50,301 | #15533 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 314 | 196 |
| Enrollment | 314 | 196 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.5 | 7.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 7.5% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 2.5% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Houston ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.7 vs 18.5).
- •Houston ES does better on math proficiency (12% vs 2.5%).
- •Ron Brown College Preparatory HS does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 7.5%).
- •Ron Brown College Preparatory HS does better on students per teacher (7.0 vs 9.5).
- •Houston ES is the larger school with 314 students compared with 196.
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 Ron Brown College Preparatory HS?
On the Success Index (US), Houston ES ranks higher (20.7 vs 18.5 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 Ron Brown College Preparatory HS?
About 248 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Houston ES: 314. Ron Brown College Preparatory HS: 196. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Houston ES and Ron Brown College Preparatory HS rank in District of Columbia?
Houston ES is 120th of 142 and Ron Brown College Preparatory HS is 32nd of 38 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).