KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS vs Nalle ES
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 483 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS
Washington · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
422 students
Nalle ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
287 students
| Measure | KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS Washington, District of Columbia | Nalle ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #16 of 42 | #103 of 142 |
| National rank | #8386 of 15,369 | #42187 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 422 | 287 |
| Enrollment | 422 | 287 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 8.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 22% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.6 vs 24.2).
- •KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS does better on math proficiency (34% vs 22%).
- •KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 12%).
- •Nalle ES does better on students per teacher (8.7 vs 12.4).
- •KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS is the larger school with 422 students compared with 287.
- •KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS is a charter school while Nalle 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 - KEY Academy PCS better than Nalle ES?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS ranks higher (46.6 vs 24.2 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 KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS and Nalle ES?
About 483 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS: 422. Nalle ES: 287. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS and Nalle ES rank in District of Columbia?
KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS is 16th of 42 and Nalle ES is 103rd of 142 among middle schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).