Very Good
#424 of 2,463 schools in NJ
Top 17% in state
Littleton Elementary School
Elementary School · Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District
250 Brooklawn Drive PO Box 52, Parsippany, NJ 07054
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Parsippany
#5 of 9
public schools
New Jersey elementary schools
#287 of 1,496
In district
#9 of 14
Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District
Equity
9.3 / 10
Exceptional
About Littleton Elementary School
Littleton Elementary School serves 427 students in grades PK through 5 in Parsippany, New Jersey, offering a solid educational foundation in Morris County. With 29 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranking #505 out of 2,475 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 80th percentile.
Students show impressive achievement with 75% scoring proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 70% reaching proficiency in Math across all grade levels, reflecting the school's commitment to academic excellence. Littleton Elementary benefits from its location in an affluent and education-focused community where 62% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood's median household income of $105,434 and low poverty rate of 5.2% create a supportive environment for learning.
Families in the area demonstrate strong investment in education, with median home values reaching $558,400. Located on Brooklawn Drive in this large suburban setting, Littleton Elementary School serves a well-established community of 30,392 residents who value educational achievement and community involvement.
Score Breakdown
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Littleton Elementary School — Students at Littleton Elementary School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)
Based on 13 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.8/10.
How Littleton Elementary School Compares
See how Littleton Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 77% (2019) to 70% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 77% (2019) to 75% (2022).
Location
250 Brooklawn Drive PO Box 52, Parsippany, NJ 07054
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Littleton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Intervale Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Boonton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lake Parsippany Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wildwood Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Mountain Lakes), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Parsippany, see our Parsippany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07054 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,955
Median Home Value
$569,000
Median Rent
$1,725/mo
Population
30,139
College Educated
60.6%
Homeownership
49.9%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
41.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Littleton Elementary School has a median household income of $107,955. It is a well-educated community where 61% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $569,000, with a median rent of $1,725/month. The local poverty rate of 5.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| BEN PORAT YOSEF Paramus, NJ | 7.8 |
| Bragg Elementary School Chester, NJ | 7.8 |
| Claremont Avenue Elementary School Colonia, NJ | 7.8 |
| Conerly Road School Somerset, NJ | 7.8 |
| Dr. Hani Awadallah School Paterson, NJ | 7.8 |
| Franklin Elementary School Bloomfield, NJ | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Littleton Elementary School
What grades does Littleton Elementary School serve?
Littleton Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Littleton Elementary School?
Littleton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 427 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Littleton Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Littleton Elementary School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Littleton Elementary School rank in NJ?
Littleton Elementary School is ranked #424 out of 2,463 schools in NJ.
What is Littleton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Littleton Elementary School has a composite rating of 7.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Littleton Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Littleton Elementary School has 74.7% math proficiency and 75.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Littleton Elementary School a charter school?
No, Littleton Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Littleton Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Littleton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Littleton Elementary School?
7.7% of students at Littleton Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 427
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Phone
- (973) 682-2847
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District- District Enrollment
- 7,227
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,955
- District Rank
- #9 of 14
How We Rate Schools
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