Kelly Miller MS vs KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 650 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kelly Miller MS
Washington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
315 students
KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades 1–4
388 students
| Measure | Kelly Miller MS Washington, District of Columbia | KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #35 of 42 | #70 of 142 |
| National rank | #13740 of 15,369 | #32891 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 1–4 |
| Students | 315 | 388 |
| Enrollment | 315 | 388 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 47% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.6 vs 20.2).
- •KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS does better on math proficiency (47% vs 6%).
- •KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 21%).
- •Kelly Miller MS does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 14.4).
- •KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS is the larger school with 388 students compared with 315.
- •Kelly Miller MS is a public school while KIPP DC - Quest 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 Kelly Miller MS better than KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS ranks higher (38.6 vs 20.2 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 Kelly Miller MS and KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS?
About 650 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kelly Miller MS: 315. KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS: 388. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kelly Miller MS and KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS rank in District of Columbia?
Kelly Miller MS is 35th of 42 and KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS is 70th of 142 among middle schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).