Serving 220 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Legends Academy Charter ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Legends Academy Charter's student population of 220 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
220 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Legends Academy Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legends Academy Charter is 0.18, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2123 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
38%
Black
90%
21%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legends Academy Charter's ranking?
Legends Academy Charter is ranked #2123 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Legends Academy Charter often compared to?
Legends Academy Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Judson B Walker Middle School, Chain Of Lakes Middle School 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 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Legends Academy Charter?
220 students attend Legends Academy Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Legends Academy Charter students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Legends Academy Charter?
Legends Academy Charter has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Legends Academy Charter offer ?
Legends Academy Charter offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Legends Academy Charter part of?
Legends Academy Charter is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Legends Academy Charter located?
Legends Academy Charter is located in the Southwest Orlando neighborhood of Orlando, FL. There are 17 other public schools located in Southwest Orlando.
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