Idea Pcs vs Ron Brown College Preparatory HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in District of Columbia, United States, 455 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Idea Pcs
Washington · Charter high · Grades 9–12
350 students
Ron Brown College Preparatory HS
Washington · Public high · Grades 9–12
196 students
| Measure | Idea Pcs Washington, District of Columbia | Ron Brown College Preparatory HS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #22 of 38 | #32 of 38 |
| National rank | #14875 of 16,910 | #15533 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 350 | 196 |
| Enrollment | 350 | 196 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.7 | 7.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 2.5% |
| 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 18.5).
- •Idea Pcs does better on math proficiency (7.5% vs 2.5%).
- •Idea Pcs does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Ron Brown College Preparatory HS does better on students per teacher (7.0 vs 9.7).
- •Idea Pcs is the larger school with 350 students compared with 196.
- •Idea Pcs is a charter school while Ron Brown College Preparatory HS is a public 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 Idea Pcs better than Ron Brown College Preparatory HS?
On the Success Index (US), Idea Pcs ranks higher (22.4 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 Idea Pcs and Ron Brown College Preparatory HS?
About 455 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Idea Pcs: 350. Ron Brown College Preparatory HS: 196. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Idea Pcs and Ron Brown College Preparatory HS rank in District of Columbia?
Idea Pcs is 22nd of 38 and Ron Brown College Preparatory HS is 32nd of 38 among high schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).