
Ludlam Elementary School
Updated July 2026
Ludlam Elementary School is a public elementary school located in South Miami, Florida, serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade. It is dedicated to providing a world-class educational program through tailored instruction that remediates, accelerates, and enriches student learning.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
Ludlam Elementary aims to provide a quality education where all students reach their full potential within a caring and secure environment. The school emphasizes hands-on, engaging learning tailored to the unique strengths of every student, with a focus on preparing them to compete in a global society.
Programmes
The academic curriculum is supported by specialized initiatives, including the Infinity Program for gifted students, which utilizes differentiated pedagogy and inquiry-based learning. The school participates in the Digital Leader Network to foster student-led inquiry and the iBot initiative to expand coding and robotics education. Furthermore, the school partners with the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music for a string outreach program and is a Red Ribbon Certified school focused on prevention science and student wellness.
Student support
Learning support
The Student Services Team, comprised of a full-time school counselor, a part-time social worker, and an itinerant school psychologist, supports students' social, emotional, and intellectual development. The team provides individual and group counseling, conflict resolution training, and collaborates with teachers and families to address academic or behavioral needs, including conducting home visits when necessary. Additionally, the school provides services for students with exceptional needs.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
Registration for the 2025-2026 school year is conducted through the main office, which is open daily from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Families may also schedule appointments by calling the school or contacting the administration via email. Registration packets and guides are available in English, Spanish, and Creole.
Calendar
The school operates on a standard academic calendar, with specific dates for testing, monthly activities, and school-wide events provided through the district’s online portal. Families can access the 2026-2027 school year calendar and monthly activity schedules via the school's website.
About the campus
The campus includes a media center and dedicated spaces for specialized instruction. The school also maintains facilities for physical education and music, supporting programs such as the Frost School of Music String Outreach.
Laura Carrasco PerezPrincipalLaura Carrasco Perez serves as the Principal of Ludlam Elementary School, where she emphasizes tailored instruction to remediate, accelerate, and enrich student learning. She encourages active parent involvement through the PTA to support the school's mission and legacy.
- Eboni Battle-WilliamsAssistant Principal
Eboni Battle-Williams serves as the Assistant Principal at Ludlam Elementary School.
- Asia FernandezMathematics Coach
Asia Fernandez serves as the Mathematics Coach at Ludlam Elementary School.
- Martha Gonzalez-TrigoReading Coach
Martha Gonzalez-Trigo serves as the Reading Coach at Ludlam Elementary School.
- Rebekah PerezStudent Services Specialist
Rebekah Perez serves as the Student Services Specialist at Ludlam Elementary School.