KIPP DC - Promise Academy PCS vs Plummer ES
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in District of Columbia, United States, 695 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
KIPP DC - Promise Academy PCS
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades K–4
614 students
Plummer ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
233 students
| Measure | KIPP DC - Promise Academy PCS Washington, District of Columbia | Plummer ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #17 of 142 | #111 of 142 |
| National rank | #9515 of 50,301 | #42786 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 614 | 233 |
| Enrollment | 614 | 233 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 7.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 17% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP DC - Promise Academy PCS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.6 vs 23.3).
- •KIPP DC - Promise Academy PCS does better on math proficiency (77% vs 17%).
- •KIPP DC - Promise Academy PCS does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 22%).
- •Plummer ES does better on students per teacher (7.5 vs 14.6).
- •KIPP DC - Promise Academy PCS is the larger school with 614 students compared with 233.
- •KIPP DC - Promise Academy PCS is a charter school while Plummer 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 - Promise Academy PCS better than Plummer ES?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP DC - Promise Academy PCS ranks higher (72.6 vs 23.3 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 - Promise Academy PCS and Plummer ES?
About 695 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
KIPP DC - Promise Academy PCS: 614. Plummer ES: 233. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do KIPP DC - Promise Academy PCS and Plummer ES rank in District of Columbia?
KIPP DC - Promise Academy PCS is 17th of 142 and Plummer ES is 111th of 142 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).