Littleton School District No. 6

The Littleton School District No. 6 is a high-performing school district in Colorado, serving 19 schools across 12 elementary, 4 middle, and 3 high schools. The district is ranked 9th out of 116 school districts in the state and has a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Several schools in the district stand out for their exceptional performance. Arapahoe High School ranks among the top 10% of Colorado high schools, with consistently high test scores, including 55.7% of 11th graders proficient or better in CMAS/Science, 81% proficient or better in SAT/Reading and Writing, and 53% proficient or better in SAT/Mathematics. Newton Middle School and Lois Lenski Elementary School also rank among the top 10% of their respective school types in Colorado, with outstanding test scores across multiple subjects.

However, the data also reveals significant performance gaps between the top-performing and lower-performing schools in the district. Schools with higher percentages of minority and economically disadvantaged students, such as Field Elementary School and Centennial Academy of Fine Arts Education, tend to have lower test scores, suggesting a need to address equity and opportunity gaps within the district. Overall, the Littleton School District No. 6 is a high-performing district with several standout schools, but also faces challenges in ensuring all students have access to a quality education.