Lafayette ES vs Murch ES
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in District of Columbia, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lafayette ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
923 students
Murch ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
658 students
| Measure | Lafayette ES Washington, District of Columbia | Murch ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 5% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #7 of 142 | #11 of 142 |
| National rank | #2315 of 50,301 | #3853 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 923 | 658 |
| Enrollment | 923 | 658 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 73% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lafayette ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.3 vs 82.1).
- •Lafayette ES does better on math proficiency (82% vs 73%).
- •Lafayette ES does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 74%).
- •Murch ES does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 14.7).
- •Lafayette ES is the larger school with 923 students compared with 658.
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 Lafayette ES better than Murch ES?
On the Success Index (US), Lafayette ES ranks higher (85.3 vs 82.1 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 Lafayette ES and Murch ES?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lafayette ES: 923. Murch ES: 658. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lafayette ES and Murch ES rank in District of Columbia?
Lafayette ES is 7th of 142 and Murch ES is 11th of 142 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).