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Lorraine H. Whitlock ES vs Smothers ES

A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in District of Columbia, United States, 558 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.

MeasureLorraine H. Whitlock ES
Washington, District of Columbia
Smothers ES
Washington, District of Columbia
Success Index (US)
18
Lower 50%
19
Lower 50%
State rank#139 of 142#135 of 142
National rank#46015 of 50,301#45680 of 50,301
SectorPublicPublic
TypeElementaryElementary
Year rangeGrades PKโ€“5Grades PKโ€“5
Students162250
Enrollment162250
Free/reduced-price lunchโ€“โ€“
Students per teacher9.08.6
Reading proficiency17%12%
Math proficiency12%2.5%
cityWashingtonWashington
stateDistrict of ColumbiaDistrict of Columbia
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The verdict

  • โ€ขBoth schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (18.1 vs 18.7).
  • โ€ขLorraine H. Whitlock ES does better on math proficiency (12% vs 2.5%).
  • โ€ขLorraine H. Whitlock ES does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 12%).
  • โ€ขSmothers ES does better on students per teacher (8.6 vs 9.0).
  • โ€ขSmothers ES is the larger school with 250 students compared with 162.

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 Lorraine H. Whitlock ES better than Smothers ES?

The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.

How far apart are Lorraine H. Whitlock ES and Smothers ES?

About 558 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.

Which has the better Enrollment?

Lorraine H. Whitlock ES: 162. Smothers ES: 250. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.

How do Lorraine H. Whitlock ES and Smothers ES rank in District of Columbia?

Lorraine H. Whitlock ES is 139th of 142 and Smothers ES is 135th of 142 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).