Ludlow-Taylor ES vs Takoma ES
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in District of Columbia, United States, 8.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ludlow-Taylor ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
489 students
Takoma ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
483 students
| Measure | Ludlow-Taylor ES Washington, District of Columbia | Takoma ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #37 of 142 | #96 of 142 |
| National rank | #19293 of 50,301 | #40497 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 489 | 483 |
| Enrollment | 489 | 483 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 9.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 21% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ludlow-Taylor ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.4 vs 26.9).
- •Ludlow-Taylor ES does better on math proficiency (47% vs 21%).
- •Ludlow-Taylor ES does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 25%).
- •Takoma ES does better on students per teacher (9.9 vs 13.6).
- •Ludlow-Taylor ES is the larger school with 489 students compared with 483.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ludlow-Taylor ES better than Takoma ES?
On the Success Index (US), Ludlow-Taylor ES ranks higher (58.4 vs 26.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Ludlow-Taylor ES and Takoma ES?
About 8.8 km in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ludlow-Taylor ES: 489. Takoma ES: 483. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ludlow-Taylor ES and Takoma ES rank in District of Columbia?
Ludlow-Taylor ES is 37th of 142 and Takoma ES is 96th of 142 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).