Serving 430 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Legacy Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Legacy Elementary School serves the eastern part of Longmont, CO, covering an attendance area of approximately 15.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 3.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Legacy Elementary School's student population of 430 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
430 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Legacy Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legacy Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#784 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Asian
3%
3%
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Hispanic
25%
37%
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Black
2%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
65%
49%
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Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy Elementary School's ranking?
Legacy Elementary School is ranked #784 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Legacy Elementary School often compared to?
Legacy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Legacy Elementary School?
430 students attend Legacy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Legacy Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Legacy Elementary School?
Legacy Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Legacy Elementary School offer ?
Legacy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Legacy Elementary School part of?
Legacy Elementary School is part of St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1j.
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