Serving 560 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Legacy Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Legacy Elementary School serves the southwest part of Bossier City, LA, covering an area of approximately 18 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Legacy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Legacy Elementary School's student population of 560 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
560 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
WIN the Day
School Rankings
Legacy Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legacy Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#41 out of 1244 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy Elementary School's ranking?
Legacy Elementary School is ranked #41 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Legacy Elementary School often compared to?
Legacy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingston Elementary School, Stockwell Place Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Legacy Elementary School?
560 students attend Legacy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Legacy Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Legacy Elementary School?
Legacy Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Legacy Elementary School offer ?
Legacy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Legacy Elementary School part of?
Legacy Elementary School is part of Bossier Parish School District.
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