KIPP DC - Discover Academy PCS vs Moten ES
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in District of Columbia, United States, 538 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
KIPP DC - Discover Academy PCS
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades PK–K
282 students
Moten ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
216 students
| Measure | KIPP DC - Discover Academy PCS Washington, District of Columbia | Moten ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #25 of 142 | #132 of 142 |
| National rank | #14594 of 50,301 | #45411 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–K | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 282 | 216 |
| Enrollment | 282 | 216 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 7.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 12% |
| Math proficiency | – | 12% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP DC - Discover Academy PCS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.3 vs 19.1).
- •Moten ES does better on students per teacher (7.7 vs 13.4).
- •KIPP DC - Discover Academy PCS is the larger school with 282 students compared with 216.
- •KIPP DC - Discover Academy PCS is a charter school while Moten ES 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 - Discover Academy PCS better than Moten ES?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP DC - Discover Academy PCS ranks higher (65.3 vs 19.1 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 - Discover Academy PCS and Moten ES?
About 538 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
KIPP DC - Discover Academy PCS: 282. Moten ES: 216. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do KIPP DC - Discover Academy PCS and Moten ES rank in District of Columbia?
KIPP DC - Discover Academy PCS is 25th of 142 and Moten ES is 132nd of 142 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).