Serving 737 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Legacy Charter Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 737 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Legacy Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Legacy Charter Academy's student population of 737 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
737 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Legacy Charter Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legacy Charter Academy is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2710 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
96%
18%
White
n/a
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy Charter Academy's ranking?
Legacy Charter Academy is ranked #2710 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Legacy Charter Academy often compared to?
Legacy Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Dove Of Detroit by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Legacy Charter Academy?
737 students attend Legacy Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Legacy Charter Academy students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Legacy Charter Academy?
Legacy Charter Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Legacy Charter Academy offer ?
Legacy Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Legacy Charter Academy part of?
Legacy Charter Academy is part of Legacy Charter Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Legacy Charter Academy located?
Legacy Charter Academy is located in the Krainz Woods neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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