Legacy Elementary School

5150 9th St W
West Fargo, ND 58078
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 496 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Legacy Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 496 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Top 10% in ND
  • : 61% (Top 10%)
  • : 61% (Top 10%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Legacy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Legacy Elementary School's student population of 496 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
496 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers

School Rankings

Legacy Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legacy Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (ND)
#25 out of 449 schools
(Top 10%)
61%
39%
61%
44%
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
6%
5%
White
82%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.32
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Legacy Elementary School's ranking?
Legacy Elementary School is ranked #25 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Legacy Elementary School often compared to?
Legacy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aurora Elementary School, Bennett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Legacy Elementary School?
496 students attend Legacy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Legacy Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Legacy Elementary School?
Legacy Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Legacy Elementary School offer ?
Legacy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Legacy Elementary School part of?
Legacy Elementary School is part of West Fargo 6 School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 496 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 61% (Top 10%)
  • : 61% (Top 10%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education

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