Johnson MS vs KIPP DC - Heights Academy PCS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 706 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Johnson MS
Washington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
307 students
KIPP DC - Heights Academy PCS
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades 1–4
408 students
| Measure | Johnson MS Washington, District of Columbia | KIPP DC - Heights Academy PCS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #39 of 42 | #30 of 142 |
| National rank | #14018 of 15,369 | #16530 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 1–4 |
| Students | 307 | 408 |
| Enrollment | 307 | 408 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 66% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP DC - Heights Academy PCS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.4 vs 18.5).
- •KIPP DC - Heights Academy PCS does better on math proficiency (66% vs 5%).
- •KIPP DC - Heights Academy PCS does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 20%).
- •Johnson MS does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 12.8).
- •KIPP DC - Heights Academy PCS is the larger school with 408 students compared with 307.
- •Johnson MS is a public school while KIPP DC - Heights Academy PCS 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 Johnson MS better than KIPP DC - Heights Academy PCS?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP DC - Heights Academy PCS ranks higher (62.4 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 Johnson MS and KIPP DC - Heights Academy PCS?
About 706 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Johnson MS: 307. KIPP DC - Heights Academy PCS: 408. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Johnson MS and KIPP DC - Heights Academy PCS rank in District of Columbia?
Johnson MS is 39th of 42 and KIPP DC - Heights Academy PCS is 30th of 142 among middle schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).