Key ES vs MacArthur HS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Key ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
337 students
MacArthur HS
Washington · Public other · Grades 9–11
390 students
| Measure | Key ES Washington, District of Columbia | MacArthur HS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 89 Top 5% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #5 of 142 | – |
| National rank | #1123 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–11 |
| Students | 337 | 390 |
| Enrollment | 337 | 390 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 10.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | – |
| Math proficiency | 82% | – |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •MacArthur HS does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 13.0).
- •MacArthur HS is the larger school with 390 students compared with 337.
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 Key ES better than MacArthur HS?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Key ES and MacArthur HS?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Key ES: 337. MacArthur HS: 390. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Key ES and MacArthur HS rank in District of Columbia?
Key ES is 5th of 142 and MacArthur HS is unranked among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).