New Elementary School #4 in Springtown, TX

Littleton Springs Elementary School is a new 101,500-square-foot facility located at the intersection of Williams-Ward Road and Springfield Road in Springtown, Texas. The project, filed with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) as New Elementary School #4, represents a significant expansion of the Springtown Independent School District’s educational infrastructure. The estimated cost for this construction is $53,500,000, which calculates to $527 per square foot. Work began in March 2026, and the project is scheduled to finish in July 2027.

Project Scope and Design

Huckabee serves as the design firm of record for this new construction project. The scope of work is strictly defined as the new construction of the school building. This development is part of a broader investment by Springtown ISD, which has two other TDLR-registered projects totaling $21,000,000, including the Springtown Middle School and Springtown Elementary School. Huckabee has designed six other TDLR-registered projects across Texas, ranging from high school renovations to new learning centers.

The project utilizes public funds and public land. Ross A Thomas is the registered accessibility specialist ensuring the facility meets state requirements. The TDLR status is Review Complete, with plan review finalized in March 2026. This timeline aligns with the construction start date, indicating a streamlined approval process for this major district project.

Local Context and Comparisons

Springtown is located in Parker County, a region with a population of approximately 24,338 residents according to U.S. Census estimates for ZIP code 76082. The median household income in the area is $93,553, and the median owner-occupied home value is $277,900. The construction of a new elementary school reflects the district’s response to local growth and educational needs. Parker County’s unemployment rate was 3.9 percent in July 2026, according to Federal Reserve data.

When compared to other new construction filings in Parker County, this project stands out for its scale. The median estimated cost for similar filings in the county is $800,000, while this project is in the top quarter of reported costs. The median size for these filings is 7,230 square feet, whereas Littleton Springs Elementary is over fourteen times larger. The median cost per square foot in the county is $133, significantly lower than the $527 estimated for this school. The scheduled build window of 494 days is longer than the county median of 212 days, reflecting the complexity of a full new construction rather than a renovation.