MacFarland MS vs Stuart-Hobson MS (Capitol Hill Cluster)
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in District of Columbia, United States, 5.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
MacFarland MS
Washington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
486 students
Stuart-Hobson MS (Capitol Hill Cluster)
Washington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
460 students
| Measure | MacFarland MS Washington, District of Columbia | Stuart-Hobson MS (Capitol Hill Cluster) Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #30 of 42 | #17 of 42 |
| National rank | #12911 of 15,369 | #8748 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 486 | 460 |
| Enrollment | 486 | 460 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 8.8 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 24% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Stuart-Hobson MS (Capitol Hill Cluster) scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.9 vs 24.7).
- •Stuart-Hobson MS (Capitol Hill Cluster) does better on math proficiency (24% vs 12%).
- •Stuart-Hobson MS (Capitol Hill Cluster) does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 24%).
- •MacFarland MS does better on students per teacher (8.8 vs 13.5).
- •MacFarland MS is the larger school with 486 students compared with 460.
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 MacFarland MS better than Stuart-Hobson MS (Capitol Hill Cluster)?
On the Success Index (US), Stuart-Hobson MS (Capitol Hill Cluster) ranks higher (44.9 vs 24.7 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 MacFarland MS and Stuart-Hobson MS (Capitol Hill Cluster)?
About 5.8 km in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
MacFarland MS: 486. Stuart-Hobson MS (Capitol Hill Cluster): 460. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do MacFarland MS and Stuart-Hobson MS (Capitol Hill Cluster) rank in District of Columbia?
MacFarland MS is 30th of 42 and Stuart-Hobson MS (Capitol Hill Cluster) is 17th of 42 among middle schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).