Serving 991 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus 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 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 991 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus's student population of 991 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
991 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
School Rankings
Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus 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 Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus is 0.31, 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
#7385 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
82%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus's ranking?
Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus is ranked #7385 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 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus?
The graduation rate of Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus?
991 students attend Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus?
Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus offer ?
Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus part of?
Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus is part of Legacy Preparatory School District.
In what neighborhood is Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus located?
Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus is located in the Skyline Industrial Village neighborhood of Dallas, TX.
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