Kelly Miller MS vs Smothers ES
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 528 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
Smothers ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
250 students
| Measure | Kelly Miller MS Washington, District of Columbia | Smothers ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #35 of 42 | #135 of 142 |
| National rank | #13740 of 15,369 | #45680 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 315 | 250 |
| Enrollment | 315 | 250 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 8.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 2.5% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kelly Miller MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.2 vs 18.7).
- •Kelly Miller MS does better on math proficiency (6% vs 2.5%).
- •Kelly Miller MS does better on reading proficiency (21% vs 12%).
- •Smothers ES does better on students per teacher (8.6 vs 10.9).
- •Kelly Miller MS is the larger school with 315 students compared with 250.
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 Smothers ES?
On the Success Index (US), Kelly Miller MS ranks higher (20.2 vs 18.7 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 Smothers ES?
About 528 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kelly Miller MS: 315. Smothers ES: 250. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kelly Miller MS and Smothers ES rank in District of Columbia?
Kelly Miller MS is 35th of 42 and Smothers ES is 135th of 142 among middle schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).