Ludlam Elementary School vs South Miami K-8 Center
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ludlam Elementary School
South Miami · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
260 students
South Miami K-8 Center
South Miami · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
508 students
| Measure | Ludlam Elementary School South Miami, Florida | South Miami K-8 Center South Miami, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #598 of 2,187 | #258 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #9319 of 50,301 | #4237 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 260 | 508 |
| Enrollment | 260 | 508 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.4% | 38.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 81% |
| city | South Miami | South Miami |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Miami K-8 Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.4 vs 72.9).
- •South Miami K-8 Center does better on math proficiency (81% vs 72%).
- •South Miami K-8 Center does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 67%).
- •South Miami K-8 Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.6% vs 50.4%).
- •Ludlam Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 14.5).
- •South Miami K-8 Center is the larger school with 508 students compared with 260.
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 Ludlam Elementary School better than South Miami K-8 Center?
On the Success Index (US), South Miami K-8 Center ranks higher (81.4 vs 72.9 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 Ludlam Elementary School and South Miami K-8 Center?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between South Miami and South Miami in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ludlam Elementary School: 260. South Miami K-8 Center: 508. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ludlam Elementary School and South Miami K-8 Center rank in Florida?
Ludlam Elementary School is 598th of 2,187 and South Miami K-8 Center is 258th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).