| Metric | Littleton School District 6 | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 13,450 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 22 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,000/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | ↓ 27% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 10/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Littleton School District 6 (this district) | 10/10 | 95th | 13,450 |
| Littleton School District 6 | 10/10 | 95th | 13,450 |
| Jefferson County School District R-1 | 9/10 | 85th | — |
| Douglas County School District RE-1 | 10/10 | 95th | 62,341 |
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Ranked against 160 rated districts in CO → 95th percentile → 10/10.
Source: Colorado Dept. of Education CMAS, all grades Met/Exceeded Expectations, 2025. Full methodology →
- Ford Elementary — Grades K–5 · 653 students
- Wilder Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 592 students
- Lois Lenski Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 509 students
- Gudy Gaskill Elementary — Grades K–5 · 508 students
- Sandburg Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 495 students
- Little Raven Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 475 students
- Runyon Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 423 students
- Hopkins Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 372 students
- The Village ECE — Grades PK–PK · 336 students
- Centennial Academy of Fine Arts Education — Grades PK–5 · 334 students
- Field Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 280 students
- Newton Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 781 students
- Euclid Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 631 students
- Goddard Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 575 students
- John Wesley Powell Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 509 students
- Arapahoe High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,748 students
- Heritage High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,748 students
- Littleton High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,187 students
- Littleton Prep Charter School — Grades PK–8 · 498 students
- Littleton Academy — Grades K–8 · 455 students
About Littleton School District 6
Zip code 80121 in Littleton, Colorado is served by Littleton School District 6 for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K – 12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Littleton School District 6’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Understanding the 10/10 Rating
Littleton School District 6 has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 10/10, placing it in the top-tier tier. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Colorado’s CMAS assessments (2025 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Colorado is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Littleton School District 6 ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Colorado on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 80121 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 80121
Children in zip code 80121 are assigned to Littleton School District 6 for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 80121, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Littleton School District 6 at (303)347-3300 or visit www.littletonpublicschools.net. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Colorado districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Littleton
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Littleton School District 6 serves zip code 80121, homes in and around zip code 80121 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Colorado, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Littleton School District 6 programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 80121.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Littleton School District 6 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 80121 data.