Serving 890 students in grades 9, Legacy Freshman High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 890 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Lee Freshman High School is located in the northwest part of Midland, TX, covering approximately 88.6 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 5.4 miles from the school to the zone's edge, while some may be as far as 19.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Legacy Freshman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Legacy Freshman High School's student population of 890 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
Total Students
890 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
Legacy Freshman High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legacy Freshman High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7004 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
65%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
23%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy Freshman High School's ranking?
Legacy Freshman High School is ranked #7004 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Legacy Freshman High School?
890 students attend Legacy Freshman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Legacy Freshman High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Legacy Freshman High School?
Legacy Freshman High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Legacy Freshman High School offer ?
Legacy Freshman High School offers enrollment in grades 9
What school district is Legacy Freshman High School part of?
Legacy Freshman High School is part of Midland Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Legacy Freshman High School located?
Legacy Freshman High School is located in the Davis Heights neighborhood of Midland, TX.
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