Kearny Gen Philip Sch vs Ludlow James R Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 976 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kearny Gen Philip Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades K–8
189 students
Ludlow James R Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
215 students
| Measure | Kearny Gen Philip Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Ludlow James R Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1400 of 1,627 | #1399 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #43080 of 50,301 | #43020 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 189 | 215 |
| Enrollment | 189 | 215 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.8% | 94.4% |
| Students per teacher | 9.5 | 9.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 22% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (22.8 vs 22.9).
- •Ludlow James R Sch does better on math proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Kearny Gen Philip Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.8% vs 94.4%).
- •Ludlow James R Sch does better on students per teacher (9.3 vs 9.5).
- •Ludlow James R Sch is the larger school with 215 students compared with 189.
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 Kearny Gen Philip Sch better than Ludlow James R Sch?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Kearny Gen Philip Sch and Ludlow James R Sch?
About 976 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kearny Gen Philip Sch: 189. Ludlow James R Sch: 215. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kearny Gen Philip Sch and Ludlow James R Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Kearny Gen Philip Sch is 1400th of 1,627 and Ludlow James R Sch is 1399th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).