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Littleton High School

High School · Littleton

56 King Street, Littleton, MA 01460

Enrollment

487

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

6.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#734 of 1,793

In Littleton

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Littleton

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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6.7/10

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About Littleton High School

Littleton High School is a public high school in Littleton, MA, part of Littleton. Littleton High School serves approximately 487 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Littleton High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #734 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Littleton High School show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above MA schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+28.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23 pts
Overall Proficiency75% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+17.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
College Readiness8.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation22.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,235
Chronic Absenteeism15%

Littleton High School — Students at Littleton High School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 86.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 88.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.6% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 44 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2019
Math
86.5%
ELA
87%
2020*
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
82%
ELA
83%
2022
Math
77.5%
ELA
86%
2023
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2024
Math
66%
ELA
66%
2025
Math
74%
ELA
75%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.

How Littleton High School Compares

See how Littleton High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
59th percentile in MA
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
27
13 boys' · 14 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
22.6% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics27sports offered
13 boys'·14 girls'·38 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

56 King Street, Littleton, MA 01460

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Littleton High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Acton-Boxborough Regional High (rated 8.2/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Acton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westford Academy (rated 8.0/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Westford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ayer Shirley Regional High School (rated 5.8/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Ayer), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Littleton, see our Littleton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Littleton Middle School Littleton 1.1 mi 7.1
Russell St Elementary Littleton 1.2 mi 7.5
Shaker Lane Elementary Littleton 2.6 mi 5.7
Col John Robinson Westford 3.0 mi 6.7
Day Elementary Westford 3.6 mi 5.4
Westford Academy Westford 3.3 mi 8.0
Blanchard Middle Westford 3.8 mi 8.2
John A. Crisafulli Elementary School Westford 3.3 mi 5.4
Blanchard Memorial School Boxborough 4.1 mi 6.7
OAK MEADOW SCHOOL Littleton 3.3 mi 7.9
C.T. Douglas Elementary School Acton 4.6 mi 6.6
Paul P Gates Elementary School Acton 4.6 mi 8.9
Carol Huebner Early Childhood Program Acton 4.6 mi 4.7
Ayer Shirley Regional High School Ayer 3.9 mi 5.8
Page Hilltop Elementary School Ayer 4.0 mi 5.9
GROTON COMMUNITY SCHOOL Groton 4.6 mi
Acton-Boxborough Regional High Acton 4.9 mi 8.2
Raymond J Grey Junior High Acton 5.1 mi 8.9
Stony Brook School Westford 5.2 mi 7.9
McCarthy-Towne School Acton 5.2 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01460 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$146,250

Median Home Value

$633,000

Median Rent

$1,542/mo

Population

10,150

College Educated

61%

Homeownership

84.5%

Avg Commute

37 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

43.1

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Old Rochester Regional High Mattapoisett, MA 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Littleton High School

What grades does Littleton High School serve?

Littleton High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Littleton High School?

Littleton High School has an enrollment of approximately 487 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Littleton High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Littleton High School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Littleton High School rank in MA?

Littleton High School ranks #734 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Littleton High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Littleton High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Littleton High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Littleton High School has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Littleton High School a charter school?

No, Littleton High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Littleton High School a Title I school?

No, Littleton High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.0%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Littleton
District Enrollment
1,674
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,235
District Rank
#3 of 4

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