Ida B. Wells MS vs Paul PCS - MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in District of Columbia, United States, 762 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ida B. Wells MS
Washington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
521 students
Paul PCS - MS
Washington · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
328 students
| Measure | Ida B. Wells MS Washington, District of Columbia | Paul PCS - MS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 92 Top 5% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1 of 42 | #29 of 42 |
| National rank | #184 of 15,369 | #12573 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 521 | 328 |
| Enrollment | 521 | 328 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.2 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 32% |
| Math proficiency | – | 12% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ida B. Wells MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (91.6 vs 26.6).
- •Ida B. Wells MS does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 11.3).
- •Ida B. Wells MS is the larger school with 521 students compared with 328.
- •Ida B. Wells MS is a public school while Paul PCS - MS 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 Ida B. Wells MS better than Paul PCS - MS?
On the Success Index (US), Ida B. Wells MS ranks higher (91.6 vs 26.6 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 Ida B. Wells MS and Paul PCS - MS?
About 762 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ida B. Wells MS: 521. Paul PCS - MS: 328. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ida B. Wells MS and Paul PCS - MS rank in District of Columbia?
Ida B. Wells MS is 1st of 42 and Paul PCS - MS is 29th of 42 among middle schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).