Serving 241 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burroughs Es ranks in the top 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burroughs Es ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Burroughs Es's student population of 241 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
241 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burroughs Es ranks within the top 50% of all 212 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burroughs Es is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#85 out of 212 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
17%
Black
72%
65%
White
16%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burroughs Es's ranking?
Burroughs Es is ranked #85 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Burroughs Es often compared to?
Burroughs Esis often viewed alongside schools like Langdon Es, Langley Es by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
How many students attend Burroughs Es?
241 students attend Burroughs Es.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Burroughs Es students are Black, 16% of students are White, and 12% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burroughs Es?
Burroughs Es has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Burroughs Es offer ?
Burroughs Es offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Burroughs Es part of?
Burroughs Es is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Burroughs Es located?
Burroughs Es is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day Of School For Students
June 17, 2024 (Monday)
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