Jefferson MS Academy vs Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 587 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson MS Academy
Washington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
409 students
Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts
Washington · Charter high · Grades 8–12
300 students
| Measure | Jefferson MS Academy Washington, District of Columbia | Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #22 of 42 | #30 of 38 |
| National rank | #11573 of 15,369 | #15358 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 8–12 |
| Students | 409 | 300 |
| Enrollment | 409 | 300 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 7.5% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson MS Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.7 vs 19.4).
- •Jefferson MS Academy does better on math proficiency (21% vs 7.5%).
- •Jefferson MS Academy does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 12.4).
- •Jefferson MS Academy is the larger school with 409 students compared with 300.
- •Jefferson MS Academy is a public school while Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts 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 Jefferson MS Academy better than Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson MS Academy ranks higher (31.7 vs 19.4 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 Jefferson MS Academy and Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts?
About 587 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson MS Academy: 409. Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts: 300. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson MS Academy and Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts rank in District of Columbia?
Jefferson MS Academy is 22nd of 42 and Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts is 30th of 38 among middle schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).