Burroughs ES vs The Sojourner Truth School PCS
A head-to-head comparison of two 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
The Sojourner Truth School PCS
Washington · Charter high · Grades 6–12
292 students
| Measure | Burroughs ES Washington, District of Columbia | The Sojourner Truth School PCS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #74 of 142 | #1 of 38 |
| National rank | #35075 of 50,301 | #305 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 331 | 292 |
| Enrollment | 331 | 292 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 9.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | – |
| Math proficiency | 37% | – |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •The Sojourner Truth School PCS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (89.0 vs 35.3).
- •The Sojourner Truth School PCS does better on students per teacher (9.4 vs 11.4).
- •Burroughs ES is the larger school with 331 students compared with 292.
- •Burroughs ES is a public school while The Sojourner Truth School 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 The Sojourner Truth School PCS?
On the Success Index (US), The Sojourner Truth School PCS ranks higher (89.0 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 The Sojourner Truth School PCS?
About 373 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burroughs ES: 331. The Sojourner Truth School PCS: 292. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burroughs ES and The Sojourner Truth School PCS rank in District of Columbia?
Burroughs ES is 74th of 142 and The Sojourner Truth School PCS is 1st of 38 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).