LaSalle-Backus ES vs Roots PCS
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in District of Columbia, United States, 966 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
LaSalle-Backus ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
279 students
Roots PCS
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
80 students
| Measure | LaSalle-Backus ES Washington, District of Columbia | Roots PCS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #85 of 142 | #119 of 142 |
| National rank | #38412 of 50,301 | #44376 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 279 | 80 |
| Enrollment | 279 | 80 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 8.0 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 30% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •LaSalle-Backus ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.2 vs 20.8).
- •Roots PCS does better on math proficiency (30% vs 18%).
- •LaSalle-Backus ES does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 10%).
- •LaSalle-Backus ES does better on students per teacher (8.0 vs 11.4).
- •LaSalle-Backus ES is the larger school with 279 students compared with 80.
- •LaSalle-Backus ES is a public school while Roots 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 LaSalle-Backus ES better than Roots PCS?
On the Success Index (US), LaSalle-Backus ES ranks higher (30.2 vs 20.8 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 LaSalle-Backus ES and Roots PCS?
About 966 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
LaSalle-Backus ES: 279. Roots PCS: 80. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do LaSalle-Backus ES and Roots PCS rank in District of Columbia?
LaSalle-Backus ES is 85th of 142 and Roots PCS is 119th of 142 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).