Serving 905 students in grades 6-12, Legacy Magnet Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 905 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Legacy Magnet Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Legacy Magnet Academy's student population of 905 students has grown by 112% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
905 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Legacy Magnet Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legacy Magnet Academy is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#839 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
41%
12%
Hispanic
26%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy Magnet Academy's ranking?
Legacy Magnet Academy is ranked #839 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Legacy Magnet Academy often compared to?
Legacy Magnet Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Pioneer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Legacy Magnet Academy?
905 students attend Legacy Magnet Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Legacy Magnet Academy students are Asian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Legacy Magnet Academy?
Legacy Magnet Academy has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Legacy Magnet Academy offer ?
Legacy Magnet Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Legacy Magnet Academy part of?
Legacy Magnet Academy is part of Tustin Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Legacy Magnet Academy located?
Legacy Magnet Academy is located in the Tustin Legacy neighborhood of Tustin, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Tustin Legacy.
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