Serving 475 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Legend Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Legend Elementary serves the northwest part of Newark, OH, covering an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Most families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Legend Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Legend Elementary School's student population of 475 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
475 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Legend Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legend Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#946 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Wildcat colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legend Elementary School's ranking?
Legend Elementary School is ranked #946 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Legend Elementary School often compared to?
Legend Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Clem Elementary School, Licking Valley Elementary School, Hillview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Legend Elementary School?
475 students attend Legend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Legend Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Legend Elementary School?
Legend Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Legend Elementary School offer ?
Legend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Legend Elementary School part of?
Legend Elementary School is part of Newark City School District.
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