Serving 802 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Littleton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 802 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Littleton Elementary School's student population of 802 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
802 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
44 teachers
Year Founded
1912
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Leaders in Learning, Caring, and Growing
School Rankings
Littleton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Littleton Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1182 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
80%
49%
Black
12%
6%
White
3%
33%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Littleton Elementary School's ranking?
Littleton Elementary School is ranked #1182 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Littleton Elementary School often compared to?
Littleton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quentin Elementary School, Tres Rios Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Littleton Elementary School?
802 students attend Littleton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Littleton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Littleton Elementary School offer ?
Littleton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Littleton Elementary School part of?
Littleton Elementary School is part of Littleton Elementary District (4278).
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