Serving 714 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Littlewood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (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 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- 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 714 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
714 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Littlewood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Littlewood Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#1105 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
21%
38%
Black
31%
21%
White
35%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Alachua School District
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 #1105 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
59% 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?
714 students attend Littlewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Littlewood Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Littlewood Elementary School?
Littlewood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Littlewood Elementary School part of?
Littlewood Elementary School is part of Alachua School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My daughter loves going to school, she adores the teachers and enjoys doing her homework. I think this is a great school.
5 10/10/2025
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.
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