Serving 1,133 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,133 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus's student population of 1,133 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,133 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7154 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
79%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
5%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus's ranking?
Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus is ranked #7154 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus?
The graduation rate of Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus?
1,133 students attend Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus?
Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus offer ?
Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus part of?
Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus is part of Legacy Preparatory School District.
In what neighborhood is Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus located?
Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus is located in the Skyline Industrial Village neighborhood of Dallas, TX.
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