The James R. Ludlow School is an historic American K-8 elementary school within the School District of Philadelphia. It is located in the Yorktown neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1988.
Serving 215 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ludlow James R School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ludlow James R School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ludlow James R School's student population of 215 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
215 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2022
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ludlow James R School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ludlow James R School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2333 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Hispanic
20%
16%
Black
74%
14%
White
1%
60%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ludlow James R School's ranking?
Ludlow James R School is ranked #2333 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Ludlow James R School?
215 students attend Ludlow James R School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Ludlow James R School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ludlow James R School?
Ludlow James R School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ludlow James R School offer ?
Ludlow James R School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ludlow James R School part of?
Ludlow James R School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Ludlow James R School located?
Ludlow James R School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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