Serving 260 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ludlam Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Ludlam Elementary School serves the eastern part of its school district in Miami, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ludlam Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ludlam Elementary School's student population of 260 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
260 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ludlam Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ludlam Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#732 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
72%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ludlam Elementary School's ranking?
Ludlam Elementary School is ranked #732 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ludlam Elementary School often compared to?
Ludlam Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Miami K-8 Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ludlam Elementary School?
260 students attend Ludlam Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Ludlam Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ludlam Elementary School?
Ludlam Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ludlam Elementary School offer ?
Ludlam Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ludlam Elementary School part of?
Ludlam Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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