Burroughs ES vs Perry Street Preparatory PCS
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in District of Columbia, United States, 373 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burroughs ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
331 students
Perry Street Preparatory PCS
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
437 students
| Measure | Burroughs ES Washington, District of Columbia | Perry Street Preparatory PCS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #74 of 142 | #90 of 142 |
| National rank | #35075 of 50,301 | #39939 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 331 | 437 |
| Enrollment | 331 | 437 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 10.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 12% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Burroughs ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.3 vs 27.8).
- •Burroughs ES does better on math proficiency (37% vs 12%).
- •Perry Street Preparatory PCS does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Perry Street Preparatory PCS does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 11.4).
- •Perry Street Preparatory PCS is the larger school with 437 students compared with 331.
- •Burroughs ES is a public school while Perry Street Preparatory PCS is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Perry Street Preparatory PCS?
On the Success Index (US), Burroughs ES ranks higher (35.3 vs 27.8 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 Perry Street Preparatory PCS?
About 373 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burroughs ES: 331. Perry Street Preparatory PCS: 437. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burroughs ES and Perry Street Preparatory PCS rank in District of Columbia?
Burroughs ES is 74th of 142 and Perry Street Preparatory PCS is 90th of 142 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).