LaSalle-Backus ES vs Social Justice PCS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 610 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
Social Justice PCS
Washington · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
97 students
| Measure | LaSalle-Backus ES Washington, District of Columbia | Social Justice PCS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #85 of 142 | #10 of 42 |
| National rank | #38412 of 50,301 | #4189 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 279 | 97 |
| Enrollment | 279 | 97 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 8.0 | 6.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | – |
| Math proficiency | 18% | – |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Social Justice PCS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.0 vs 30.2).
- •Social Justice PCS does better on students per teacher (6.5 vs 8.0).
- •LaSalle-Backus ES is the larger school with 279 students compared with 97.
- •LaSalle-Backus ES is a public school while Social Justice 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 Social Justice PCS?
On the Success Index (US), Social Justice PCS ranks higher (66.0 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 Social Justice PCS?
About 610 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
LaSalle-Backus ES: 279. Social Justice PCS: 97. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do LaSalle-Backus ES and Social Justice PCS rank in District of Columbia?
LaSalle-Backus ES is 85th of 142 and Social Justice PCS is 10th of 42 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).