Excellent
#21 of 240 schools in DC
Top 8% in state
Burroughs ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
1820 Monroe St. NE, Washington, DC 20018
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#21 of 240
In Washington
#21 of 240
public schools
In district
#14 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
Academic performance
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Burroughs ES
Burroughs ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Burroughs ES serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Burroughs ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #21 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Burroughs ES show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Burroughs ES sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Burroughs ES — Students at Burroughs ES score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Test Scores DC OSSE DC CAPE school-level (% Meeting or Exceeding) (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from DC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.
How Burroughs ES Compares
See how Burroughs ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1820 Monroe St. NE, Washington, DC 20018
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Burroughs ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Friendship PCS - Woodridge International Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Noyes ES (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20018 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,569
Median Home Value
$672,100
Median Rent
$1,245/mo
Population
19,956
College Educated
45.8%
Homeownership
54.2%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Median Age
39.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Burroughs ES
What grades does Burroughs ES serve?
Burroughs ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Burroughs ES?
Burroughs ES has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Burroughs ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Burroughs ES is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Burroughs ES rank in DC?
Burroughs ES ranks #21 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Burroughs ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Burroughs ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Burroughs ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Burroughs ES has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Burroughs ES a charter school?
No, Burroughs ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Burroughs ES a Title I school?
No, Burroughs ES is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 297
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.5%
- Phone
- (202) 576-6150
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #14 of 116
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