Adaire Alexander Sch vs Ludlow James R Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Adaire Alexander Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
447 students
Ludlow James R Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
215 students
| Measure | Adaire Alexander Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Ludlow James R Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1170 of 1,627 | #1399 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #32450 of 50,301 | #43020 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 447 | 215 |
| Enrollment | 447 | 215 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.1% | 94.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 9.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 22% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Adaire Alexander Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.2 vs 22.9).
- •Adaire Alexander Sch does better on math proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •Adaire Alexander Sch does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 27%).
- •Adaire Alexander Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.1% vs 94.4%).
- •Ludlow James R Sch does better on students per teacher (9.3 vs 14.9).
- •Adaire Alexander Sch is the larger school with 447 students compared with 215.
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 Adaire Alexander Sch better than Ludlow James R Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Adaire Alexander Sch ranks higher (39.2 vs 22.9 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 Adaire Alexander Sch and Ludlow James R Sch?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Adaire Alexander Sch: 447. Ludlow James R Sch: 215. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Adaire Alexander Sch and Ludlow James R Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Adaire Alexander Sch is 1170th of 1,627 and Ludlow James R Sch is 1399th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).