Littlestown Senior High School is a small, rural public high school located in Littlestown, Pennsylvania, United States. It is part of the Littlestown Area School District. In 2013, Littlestown Senior High School enrollment was reported at 605 pupils. The current principal is Joel Moran.
Serving 537 students in grades 9-12, Littlestown Sr. High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Littlestown Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Littlestown Sr. High School's student population of 537 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Motto
#ThunderboltsFlyWorldClass
School Rankings
Littlestown Sr. High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Littlestown Sr. High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#213 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
91%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Littlestown Sr. High School's ranking?
Littlestown Sr. High School is ranked #213 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Littlestown Sr. High School often compared to?
Littlestown Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gettysburg Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Littlestown Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Littlestown Sr. High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Littlestown Sr. High School?
537 students attend Littlestown Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Littlestown Sr. High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Littlestown Sr. High School?
Littlestown Sr. High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Littlestown Sr. High School offer ?
Littlestown Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Littlestown Sr. High School part of?
Littlestown Sr. High School is part of Littlestown Area School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Poor education program. Poor leadership and a very secretive School Board. They do not accept responsibility for their actions and tend to blame others for their weaknesses. Very narrow minded and difficult to deal with. They are pro-administration and anti-support staff.
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