Serving 1,411 students in grades 9-12, Legacy High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 5% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
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Legacy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
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Attribute
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Graduation Rate
School Overview
Legacy High School's student population of 1,411 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Legacy High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legacy High School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#242 out of 461 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
4%
5%
White
81%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy High School's ranking?
Legacy High School is ranked #242 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Legacy High School often compared to?
Legacy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Century High School, Bismarck High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Legacy High School?
The graduation rate of Legacy High School is 93%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Legacy High School?
1,411 students attend Legacy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Legacy High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Legacy High School?
Legacy High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Legacy High School offer ?
Legacy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Legacy High School part of?
Legacy High School is part of Bismarck 1 School District.
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