Serving 458 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Legacy Elementary Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Legacy Elementary Charter School's student population of 458 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
458 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Campus Size
2 acres
School Rankings
Legacy Elementary Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legacy Elementary Charter School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3192 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
91%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy Elementary Charter School's ranking?
Legacy Elementary Charter School is ranked #3192 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Legacy Elementary Charter School?
458 students attend Legacy Elementary Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Legacy Elementary Charter School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Legacy Elementary Charter School?
Legacy Elementary Charter School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Legacy Elementary Charter School offer ?
Legacy Elementary Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Legacy Elementary Charter School part of?
Legacy Elementary Charter School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Legacy Elementary Charter School located?
Legacy Elementary Charter School is located in the North Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 18 other public schools located in North Lawndale.
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