Serving 722 students in grades 6-11, Legacy College Preparatory Charter School 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 29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-11
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Legacy College Preparatory Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Legacy College Preparatory Charter School's student population of 722 students has grown by 186% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 342% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-11
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
722 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Legacy College Preparatory Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legacy College Preparatory Charter School is 0.50, 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
#2732 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
61%
29%
Black
36%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy College Preparatory Charter School's ranking?
Legacy College Preparatory Charter School is ranked #2732 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Legacy College Preparatory Charter School often compared to?
Legacy College Preparatory Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Community School For Social Justice, Mott Hall High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Legacy College Preparatory Charter School?
722 students attend Legacy College Preparatory Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Legacy College Preparatory Charter School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Legacy College Preparatory Charter School?
Legacy College Preparatory Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Legacy College Preparatory Charter School offer ?
Legacy College Preparatory Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-11 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Legacy College Preparatory Charter School part of?
Legacy College Preparatory Charter School is part of Legacy College Preparatory Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Legacy College Preparatory Charter School located?
Legacy College Preparatory Charter School is located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 38 other public schools located in Mott Haven.
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