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#593 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 33% in state

Littleton Middle School

Middle School · Littleton

55 Russell Street, Littleton, MA 01460

Enrollment

388

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

7.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#593 of 1,793

In Littleton

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Littleton

Equity

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Littleton Middle School

7.1/10

Middle School in Littleton · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.5/10

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6.7/10

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About Littleton Middle School

Littleton Middle School is a public middle school in Littleton, MA, part of Littleton. Littleton Middle School serves approximately 388 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Littleton Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #593 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Littleton Middle School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.9Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency73.2% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+18.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30.4 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+10.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,235
Chronic Absenteeism15.5%

Littleton Middle School — Students at Littleton Middle School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 70.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 96 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
61%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
78%
2017
Math
68%
ELA
75%
2018
Math
68.2%
ELA
74.6%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
73%
2020*
Math
46%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
45.8%
ELA
57.6%
2022
Math
47.8%
ELA
56.2%
2023
Math
51.5%
ELA
68.5%
2024
Math
56.8%
ELA
70%
2025
Math
61%
ELA
73.3%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Littleton Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
67th percentile in MA
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.5%

Location

55 Russell Street, Littleton, MA 01460

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Littleton Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Raymond J Grey Junior High (rated 8.9/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Acton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Blanchard Middle (rated 8.2/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Westford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stony Brook School (rated 7.9/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Westford), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Littleton, see our Littleton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Russell St Elementary Littleton 0.2 mi 7.5
Littleton High School Littleton 1.1 mi 6.7
Shaker Lane Elementary Littleton 1.6 mi 5.7
Col John Robinson Westford 2.2 mi 6.7
John A. Crisafulli Elementary School Westford 2.5 mi 5.4
Westford Academy Westford 2.6 mi 8.0
OAK MEADOW SCHOOL Littleton 2.3 mi 7.9
Day Elementary Westford 3.2 mi 5.4
Blanchard Middle Westford 3.5 mi 8.2
Blanchard Memorial School Boxborough 4.3 mi 6.7
C.T. Douglas Elementary School Acton 4.4 mi 6.6
Paul P Gates Elementary School Acton 4.4 mi 8.9
Carol Huebner Early Childhood Program Acton 4.4 mi 4.7
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER - WESTFORD Westford 3.5 mi
Acton-Boxborough Regional High Acton 4.6 mi 8.2
Abbot Elementary Westford 4.1 mi 6.2
Stony Brook School Westford 4.7 mi 7.9
Raymond J Grey Junior High Acton 4.8 mi 8.9
McCarthy-Towne School Acton 4.8 mi 7.8
Merriam School Acton 4.8 mi 6.5

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

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
John J. McGlynn Middle School Medford, MA 7.1
Van Sickle Academy Springfield, MA 7.1
Dighton Middle School Dighton, MA 7.0
Williams Middle Longmeadow, MA 7.0
Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School Shirley, MA 7.2
Chocksett Middle School Sterling, MA 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Littleton Middle School

What grades does Littleton Middle School serve?

Littleton Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Littleton Middle School?

Littleton Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 388 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Littleton Middle School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Littleton Middle School rank in MA?

Littleton Middle School ranks #593 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Littleton Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Littleton Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Littleton Middle School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Littleton Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Littleton Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.5%

District

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

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