Lawrence E. Boone ES vs Watkins ES (Capitol Hill Cluster)
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in District of Columbia, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lawrence E. Boone ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
416 students
Watkins ES (Capitol Hill Cluster)
Washington · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
415 students
| Measure | Lawrence E. Boone ES Washington, District of Columbia | Watkins ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 50 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #118 of 142 | #51 of 142 |
| National rank | #44357 of 50,301 | #25409 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 1–5 |
| Students | 416 | 415 |
| Enrollment | 416 | 415 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 44% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Watkins ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.7 vs 20.8).
- •Watkins ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) does better on math proficiency (44% vs 12%).
- •Watkins ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 17%).
- •Lawrence E. Boone ES does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 13.8).
- •Lawrence E. Boone ES is the larger school with 416 students compared with 415.
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 Lawrence E. Boone ES better than Watkins ES (Capitol Hill Cluster)?
On the Success Index (US), Watkins ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) ranks higher (49.7 vs 20.8 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 Lawrence E. Boone ES and Watkins ES (Capitol Hill Cluster)?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lawrence E. Boone ES: 416. Watkins ES (Capitol Hill Cluster): 415. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lawrence E. Boone ES and Watkins ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) rank in District of Columbia?
Lawrence E. Boone ES is 118th of 142 and Watkins ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) is 51st of 142 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).