Serving 1,419 students in grades 9-12, Legacy High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 5% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Legacy High School serves the northeast part of Bismarck, ND, covering an area of approximately 87.4 square miles, with typical drive times of 15-20 minutes and distances reaching up to 14.6 miles from the school's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Legacy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Legacy High School's student population of 1,419 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,419 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
Campus Size
289,000 square feet
School Rankings
Legacy High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legacy High School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#231 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
83.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
School Mascot
Saber
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy High School's ranking?
Legacy High School is ranked #231 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Legacy High School often compared to?
Legacy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Century High School, Bismarck High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Legacy High School?
The graduation rate of Legacy High School is 95%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend Legacy High School?
1,419 students attend Legacy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Legacy High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Legacy High School?
Legacy High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Legacy High School offer ?
Legacy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Legacy High School part of?
Legacy High School is part of Bismarck 1 School District.
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