Serving 2,735 students in grades 9-12, Legacy 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 17% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,735 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LEE High School serves the northwest part of Midland, TX, covering an area of approximately 88.6 square miles. Most students typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.9 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 18.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Legacy High School's student population of 2,735 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 135 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,735 students
Total Classroom Teachers
135 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
White, Grey, Maroon
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Legacy 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 High School is 0.50, 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
#7917 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
67%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
22%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Rebels
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy High School's ranking?
Legacy High School is ranked #7917 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Legacy High School often compared to?
Legacy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Legacy High School?
The graduation rate of Legacy High School is 84%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Legacy High School?
2,735 students attend Legacy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Legacy High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Legacy High School?
Legacy High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
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 Midland Independent School District.
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