Serving 258 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burroughs Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burroughs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Burroughs Elementary School's student population of 258 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
258 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burroughs Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burroughs Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#46 out of 220 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
18%
Black
69%
64%
White
19%
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%
50%
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 Elementary School's ranking?
Burroughs Elementary School is ranked #46 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Burroughs Elementary School often compared to?
Burroughs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Langdon Elementary School, Langley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Burroughs Elementary School?
258 students attend Burroughs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Burroughs Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burroughs Elementary School?
Burroughs Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Burroughs Elementary School offer ?
Burroughs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Burroughs Elementary School part of?
Burroughs Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Burroughs Elementary School located?
Burroughs Elementary School 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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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Last Day Of Aftercare
June 13, 2025 (Friday)
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