Serving 706 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Littlewood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Littlewood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Littlewood Elementary School's student population of 706 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
706 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Littlewood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Littlewood Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#958 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
21%
37%
Black
25%
21%
White
41%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Littlewood Elementary School's ranking?
Littlewood Elementary School is ranked #958 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Littlewood Elementary School often compared to?
Littlewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Idylwild Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Littlewood Elementary School?
706 students attend Littlewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Littlewood Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Littlewood Elementary School?
Littlewood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Littlewood Elementary School offer ?
Littlewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Littlewood Elementary School part of?
Littlewood Elementary School is part of Alachua School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
10-Month Calendar: Last Day for Students
June 03, 2025 (Tuesday)
School Reviews
5 9/9/2017
Littlewood is a lot more organized than the other schools in neighboring districts and is filled with staff and administration that care about the children.
5 12/11/2012
My daughter loves going to school, she adores the teachers and enjoys doing her homework. I think this is a great school.
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