Serving 52 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ludlow Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ludlow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ludlow Elementary School's student population of 52 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
52 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ludlow Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ludlow Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2741 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
Hispanic
48%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
33%
45%
Two or more races
15%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Stallion
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ludlow Elementary School's ranking?
Ludlow Elementary School is ranked #2741 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Ludlow Elementary School?
52 students attend Ludlow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Ludlow Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ludlow Elementary School?
Ludlow Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ludlow Elementary School offer ?
Ludlow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Ludlow Elementary School part of?
Ludlow Elementary School is part of Ludlow CCSD 142 School District.
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