LaSalle-Backus ES vs Sela PCS
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.
LaSalle-Backus ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
279 students
Sela PCS
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
302 students
| Measure | LaSalle-Backus ES Washington, District of Columbia | Sela PCS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #85 of 142 | #33 of 142 |
| National rank | #38412 of 50,301 | #17233 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 279 | 302 |
| Enrollment | 279 | 302 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 8.0 | 7.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 44.5% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 54.5% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sela PCS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.4 vs 30.2).
- •Sela PCS does better on math proficiency (54.5% vs 18%).
- •Sela PCS does better on reading proficiency (44.5% vs 32%).
- •Sela PCS does better on students per teacher (7.0 vs 8.0).
- •Sela PCS is the larger school with 302 students compared with 279.
- •LaSalle-Backus ES is a public school while Sela 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 Sela PCS?
On the Success Index (US), Sela PCS ranks higher (61.4 vs 30.2 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 Sela PCS?
About 780 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
LaSalle-Backus ES: 279. Sela PCS: 302. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do LaSalle-Backus ES and Sela PCS rank in District of Columbia?
LaSalle-Backus ES is 85th of 142 and Sela PCS is 33rd of 142 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).