Excellent
#26 of 240 schools in DC
Top 10% in state
Ludlow-taylor ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
659 G St. NE, Washington, DC 20002
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#26 of 240
In Washington
#26 of 240
public schools
In district
#17 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
Academic performance
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Ludlow-taylor ES
Ludlow-taylor ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Ludlow-taylor ES serves approximately 488 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ludlow-taylor ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #26 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Ludlow-taylor ES show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Ludlow-taylor ES — Students at Ludlow-taylor ES score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Test Scores DC OSSE DC CAPE school-level (% Meeting or Exceeding) (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from DC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.
How Ludlow-taylor ES Compares
See how Ludlow-taylor ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
659 G St. NE, Washington, DC 20002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ludlow-taylor ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. School-Within-School at Goding (rated 9.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Maury ES (rated 9.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Brent ES (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| School-Within-School at Goding Washington | 0.2 mi | 9.6 |
| Stuart-Hobson MS (Capitol Hill Cluster) Washington | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| J.O. Wilson ES Washington | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Capitol Hill Montessori School at Logan Washington | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Peabody ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) Washington | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Center City PCS - Trinidad Washington | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Two Rivers PCS - 4th Street Washington | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Lincoln Park Washington | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Wheatley Education Campus Washington | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Maury ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 9.4 |
| Kingsman Academy PCS Washington | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| DISTRICT MONTESSORI Washington | 0.7 mi | — |
| MODEL SECONDARY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Washington | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| GONZAGA COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Washington | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Miner ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Brent ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 9.4 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Washington | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Center City PCS - Capitol Hill Washington | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Watkins ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) Washington | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,482
Median Home Value
$813,700
Median Rent
$2,140/mo
Population
70,580
College Educated
69.8%
Homeownership
37.2%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS - Calle Ocho Washington, DC | 8.5 |
| Burroughs ES Washington, DC | 8.6 |
| Two Rivers PCS - Young ES Washington, DC | 8.4 |
| DC Bilingual PCS Washington, DC | 8.3 |
| DC Prep PCS - Anacostia ES Washington, DC | 8.3 |
| Dorothy I. Height ES Washington, DC | 8.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ludlow-taylor ES
What grades does Ludlow-taylor ES serve?
Ludlow-taylor ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ludlow-taylor ES?
Ludlow-taylor ES has an enrollment of approximately 488 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ludlow-taylor ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Ludlow-taylor ES is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ludlow-taylor ES rank in DC?
Ludlow-taylor ES ranks #26 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Ludlow-taylor ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Ludlow-taylor ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ludlow-taylor ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ludlow-taylor ES has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ludlow-taylor ES a charter school?
No, Ludlow-taylor ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ludlow-taylor ES a Title I school?
No, Ludlow-taylor ES is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 488
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.9%
- Phone
- (202) 698-3244
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #17 of 116
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