MacFarland MS vs Truesdell ES
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 208 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
MacFarland MS
Washington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
486 students
Truesdell ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
370 students
| Measure | MacFarland MS Washington, District of Columbia | Truesdell ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #30 of 42 | #66 of 142 |
| National rank | #12911 of 15,369 | #30525 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 486 | 370 |
| Enrollment | 486 | 370 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 8.8 | 9.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 27% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Truesdell ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.2 vs 24.7).
- •Truesdell ES does better on math proficiency (27% vs 12%).
- •Truesdell ES does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 24%).
- •MacFarland MS does better on students per teacher (8.8 vs 9.3).
- •MacFarland MS is the larger school with 486 students compared with 370.
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 Truesdell ES?
On the Success Index (US), Truesdell ES ranks higher (42.2 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 Truesdell ES?
About 208 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
MacFarland MS: 486. Truesdell ES: 370. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do MacFarland MS and Truesdell ES rank in District of Columbia?
MacFarland MS is 30th of 42 and Truesdell ES is 66th of 142 among middle schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).