Serving 1,293 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Legacy Traditional School - Glendale ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,293 students
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Legacy Traditional School - Glendale ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Legacy Traditional School - Glendale's student population of 1,293 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
School Rankings
Legacy Traditional School - Glendale ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legacy Traditional School - Glendale is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#221 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
12%
3%
Hispanic
36%
48%
Black
7%
6%
White
40%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy Traditional School - Glendale's ranking?
Legacy Traditional School - Glendale is ranked #221 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Legacy Traditional School - Glendale often compared to?
Legacy Traditional School - Glendaleis often viewed alongside schools like Great Hearts Academies - Maryvale Prep by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Legacy Traditional School - Glendale?
1,293 students attend Legacy Traditional School - Glendale.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Legacy Traditional School - Glendale students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Legacy Traditional School - Glendale offer ?
Legacy Traditional School - Glendale offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Legacy Traditional School - Glendale part of?
Legacy Traditional School - Glendale is part of Legacy Traditional School - Glendale (850100) School District.
In what neighborhood is Legacy Traditional School - Glendale located?
Legacy Traditional School - Glendale is located in the Sweetwater Estates neighborhood of Glendale, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Sweetwater Estates.
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