Serving 720 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Legacy Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 720 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Legacy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Legacy Elementary School's student population of 720 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
720 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Legacy Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legacy Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2734 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
34%
36%
Black
22%
21%
White
37%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy Elementary School's ranking?
Legacy Elementary School is ranked #2734 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Legacy Elementary School often compared to?
Legacy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maplewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Legacy Elementary School?
720 students attend Legacy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Legacy Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Legacy Elementary School?
Legacy Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Legacy Elementary School offer ?
Legacy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Legacy Elementary School part of?
Legacy Elementary School is part of Marion School District.
School Calendar
View the Legacy Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day of School for Students
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day for Students
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Classes Resume - First Day of Semester 2
January 08, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break (No School)
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
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