Burroughs ES vs Key ES
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in District of Columbia, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burroughs ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
331 students
Key ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
337 students
| Measure | Burroughs ES Washington, District of Columbia | Key ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #74 of 142 | #5 of 142 |
| National rank | #35075 of 50,301 | #1123 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 331 | 337 |
| Enrollment | 331 | 337 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 82% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Key ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.6 vs 35.3).
- •Key ES does better on math proficiency (82% vs 37%).
- •Key ES does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 27%).
- •Burroughs ES does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 13.0).
- •Key ES is the larger school with 337 students compared with 331.
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 Burroughs ES better than Key ES?
On the Success Index (US), Key ES ranks higher (88.6 vs 35.3 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 Burroughs ES and Key ES?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burroughs ES: 331. Key ES: 337. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burroughs ES and Key ES rank in District of Columbia?
Burroughs ES is 74th of 142 and Key ES is 5th of 142 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).