Jackson-Reed HS vs Janney ES
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 402 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jackson-Reed HS
Washington · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,855 students
Janney ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
717 students
| Measure | Jackson-Reed HS Washington, District of Columbia | Janney ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 90 Top 5% |
| State rank | #11 of 38 | #3 of 142 |
| National rank | #8258 of 16,910 | #734 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,855 | 717 |
| Enrollment | 1,855 | 717 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 88% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 82% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Janney ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (90.2 vs 50.5).
- •Janney ES does better on math proficiency (82% vs 32%).
- •Janney ES does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 58%).
- •Janney ES does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 13.6).
- •Jackson-Reed HS is the larger school with 1,855 students compared with 717.
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 Jackson-Reed HS better than Janney ES?
On the Success Index (US), Janney ES ranks higher (90.2 vs 50.5 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 Jackson-Reed HS and Janney ES?
About 402 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson-Reed HS: 1,855. Janney ES: 717. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson-Reed HS and Janney ES rank in District of Columbia?
Jackson-Reed HS is 11th of 38 and Janney ES is 3rd of 142 among high schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).