Serving 489 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ludlow-taylor Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 86% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Ludlow Taylor Elementary School serves the southeast part of Washington, DC, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Families within this zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ludlow-taylor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ludlow-taylor Elementary School's student population of 489 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
489 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2016
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
“Together, we must define our values, and together, we must determine how we can support each other in the service of the best education possible for our children.”
School Rankings
Ludlow-taylor Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ludlow-taylor Elementary School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#20 out of 220 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
33%
62%
White
52%
14%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ludlow-taylor Elementary School's ranking?
Ludlow-taylor Elementary School is ranked #20 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Ludlow-taylor Elementary School often compared to?
Ludlow-taylor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maury Elementary School, School-within-school At Goding by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Ludlow-taylor Elementary School?
489 students attend Ludlow-taylor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Ludlow-taylor Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ludlow-taylor Elementary School?
Ludlow-taylor Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ludlow-taylor Elementary School offer ?
Ludlow-taylor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ludlow-taylor Elementary School part of?
Ludlow-taylor Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Ludlow-taylor Elementary School located?
Ludlow-taylor Elementary School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
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