Serving 154 students in grades 6-8, Legacy School Of The Arts ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Legacy School Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Legacy School Of The Arts's student population of 154 students has grown by 285% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 350% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
154 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Legacy School Of The Arts ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legacy School Of The Arts is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2470 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
31%
29%
Black
59%
16%
White
4%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy School Of The Arts's ranking?
Legacy School Of The Arts is ranked #2470 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Legacy School Of The Arts?
154 students attend Legacy School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Legacy School Of The Arts students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Legacy School Of The Arts?
Legacy School Of The Arts has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Legacy School Of The Arts offer ?
Legacy School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Legacy School Of The Arts part of?
Legacy School Of The Arts is part of New York City Geographic District #19 School District.
In what neighborhood is Legacy School Of The Arts located?
Legacy School Of The Arts is located in the East New York neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 41 other public schools located in East New York.
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