Legacy High School serves 2,417 students in grades 9-12.
Legacy High School placed in the top 10% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,417 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Legacy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Legacy High School's student population of 2,417 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,417 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Legacy High School is ranked within the top 10% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Legacy High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#93 out of 1734 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%

Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
8%
3%

Hispanic
23%
34%

Black
1%
5%

White
63%
52%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
92%
81%

Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
33%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy High School's ranking?
Legacy High School is ranked #93 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Legacy High School often compared to?
Legacy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broomfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Legacy High School?
The graduation rate of Legacy High School is 92%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 81%.
How many students attend Legacy High School?
2,417 students attend Legacy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Legacy High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Legacy High School?
Legacy High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Legacy High School offer ?
Legacy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Legacy High School part of?
Legacy High School is part of Adams 12 Five Star Schools School District.
School Reviews
2 4/16/2020
There is no rating lower than one star, so that's what I gave. Adams 12 has been a disappointment overall. Legacy is not an exception. The lack of professionalism and support for the students is what Legacy is known for in the community. I urge parents to consider other options and not support this institution with your dollars, nor trust them with your child.
1 2/10/2020
This school needs to step it up.
5 2/17/2011
High expectations for all students. Good principal..good kids and what's most impressive is the schools band program. That band is one of a kind if not the best i've seen.
2 3/10/2010
Not particularly interested in helping LD students succeed. Very puntative atmosphere.
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