KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS vs McKinley MS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS
Washington · Charter high · Grades 9–12
643 students
McKinley MS
Washington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
286 students
| Measure | KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS Washington, District of Columbia | McKinley MS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #16 of 38 | #36 of 42 |
| National rank | #12764 of 16,910 | #13756 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 643 | 286 |
| Enrollment | 643 | 286 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 8% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.5 vs 20.1).
- •KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS does better on math proficiency (26% vs 8%).
- •KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 26%).
- •KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS is the larger school with 643 students compared with 286.
- •KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS is a charter school while McKinley MS is a public 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 KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS better than McKinley MS?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS ranks higher (32.5 vs 20.1 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 KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS and McKinley MS?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS: 643. McKinley MS: 286. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS and McKinley MS rank in District of Columbia?
KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS is 16th of 38 and McKinley MS is 36th of 42 among high schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).