Serving 510 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Legend Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Legend Elementary School's student population of 510 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Legend Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legend Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#686 out of 3137 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
2%
17%
White
86%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legend Elementary School's ranking?
Legend Elementary School is ranked #686 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Legend Elementary School often compared to?
Legend Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Clem Elementary School, Licking Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Legend Elementary School?
510 students attend Legend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Legend Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Legend Elementary School?
Legend Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Legend Elementary School offer ?
Legend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Legend Elementary School part of?
Legend Elementary School is part of Newark City School District.
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