Powell ES vs Raymond ES
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in District of Columbia, United States, 780 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Powell ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
514 students
Raymond ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
439 students
| Measure | Powell ES Washington, District of Columbia | Raymond ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #71 of 142 | #76 of 142 |
| National rank | #34210 of 50,301 | #35602 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 514 | 439 |
| Enrollment | 514 | 439 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 10.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 31% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Powell ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.7 vs 34.5).
- •Powell ES does better on math proficiency (36% vs 31%).
- •Raymond ES does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 29%).
- •Raymond ES does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 10.3).
- •Powell ES is the larger school with 514 students compared with 439.
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 Powell ES better than Raymond ES?
On the Success Index (US), Powell ES ranks higher (36.7 vs 34.5 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 Powell ES and Raymond ES?
About 780 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Powell ES: 514. Raymond ES: 439. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Powell ES and Raymond ES rank in District of Columbia?
Powell ES is 71st of 142 and Raymond ES is 76th of 142 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).