For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,756 students in Littlestown, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 52 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Littlestown, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Littlestown, PA are Littlestown Sr. High School, Alloway Creek Elementary School and Maple Avenue Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Littlestown, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Littlestown have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Littlestown, PA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Littlestown Sr. High School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
200 E Myrtle St
Littlestown, PA 17340
(717) 359-4146
Littlestown, PA 17340
(717) 359-4146
Grades: 9-12
| 551 students
Rank: #22.
Alloway Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
162 Newark St
Littlestown, PA 17340
(717) 359-4146
Littlestown, PA 17340
(717) 359-4146
Grades: K-5
| 790 students
Rank: #33.
Maple Avenue Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
75 Maple Avenue
Littlestown, PA 17340
(717) 359-4146
Littlestown, PA 17340
(717) 359-4146
Grades: 6-8
| 415 students
Littlestown, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
162 Newark Street
Littlestown, PA 17340
(717) 359-4146
Littlestown, PA 17340
(717) 359-4146
Grades: 4-5
| 286 students
150 E Myrtle St
Littlestown, PA 17340
(717) 359-4146
Littlestown, PA 17340
(717) 359-4146
Grades: K-4
| 693 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Littlestown, PA?
The top ranked public schools in Littlestown, PA include Littlestown Sr. High School, Alloway Creek Elementary School and Maple Avenue Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Littlestown?
3 public schools are located in Littlestown.
What percentage of students in Littlestown go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Littlestown are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Littlestown?
Littlestown public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Vouchers for Special Education: Are They a Good Idea?
The article examines the pros and cons of using school vouchers for special education students. It discusses how vouchers can provide more educational options for families but also raises concerns about accountability, funding for public schools, and the implementation of special education laws in private school settings.
What is the Connection Between Home Values and School Performance?
This article explores the relationship between school performance and home values in neighborhoods. It discusses studies showing correlations between school expenditures, ratings, and housing prices, highlighting how this connection affects families' choices and contributes to educational disparities between communities.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.