Serving 1,531 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Legacy Traditional School Southwest Las Vegas ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,531 students
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Legacy Traditional School Southwest Las Vegas ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Legacy Traditional School Southwest Las Vegas's student population of 1,531 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,531 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Legacy Traditional School Southwest Las Vegas ranks within the top 20% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legacy Traditional School Southwest Las Vegas is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#96 out of 684 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
5%
Hispanic
22%
44%
Black
12%
12%
White
21%
29%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy Traditional School Southwest Las Vegas's ranking?
Legacy Traditional School Southwest Las Vegas is ranked #96 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Legacy Traditional School Southwest Las Vegas often compared to?
Legacy Traditional School Southwest Las Vegasis often viewed alongside schools like Steele Judith D Es by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
How many students attend Legacy Traditional School Southwest Las Vegas?
1,531 students attend Legacy Traditional School Southwest Las Vegas.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Legacy Traditional School Southwest Las Vegas students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Legacy Traditional School Southwest Las Vegas offer ?
Legacy Traditional School Southwest Las Vegas offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Legacy Traditional School Southwest Las Vegas part of?
Legacy Traditional School Southwest Las Vegas is part of State-Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
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