Serving 96 students in grades 9-12, New Legacy Charter School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Legacy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
New Legacy Charter School's student population of 96 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
96 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
New Legacy Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Legacy Charter School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#471 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
72%
36%
Black
18%
5%
White
7%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Legacy Charter School's ranking?
New Legacy Charter School is ranked #471 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are New Legacy Charter School often compared to?
New Legacy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William Smith High School, Vista Peak 9-12 Preparatory by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Legacy Charter School?
The graduation rate of New Legacy Charter School is 40-59%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend New Legacy Charter School?
96 students attend New Legacy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of New Legacy Charter School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Legacy Charter School?
New Legacy Charter School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does New Legacy Charter School offer ?
New Legacy Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Legacy Charter School part of?
New Legacy Charter School is part of State Charter School Institute School District.
In what neighborhood is New Legacy Charter School located?
New Legacy Charter School is located in the Northeast neighborhood of Aurora, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Northeast.
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