Serving 939 students in grades Kindergarten-9, Legacy Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 939 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Legacy Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Legacy Preparatory Academy's student population of 939 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Total Students
939 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Legacy Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legacy Preparatory Academy is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#465 out of 975 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)38%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)51%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
2%
1%
White
73%
71%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(13-14)≥50%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
11%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Legacy Preparatory Academy is ranked #465 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Legacy Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Legacy Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Wasatch Peak Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Legacy Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Legacy Preparatory Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Utah state average of 83%.
How many students attend Legacy Preparatory Academy?
939 students attend Legacy Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Legacy Preparatory Academy students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Legacy Preparatory Academy?
Legacy Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Legacy Preparatory Academy offer ?
Legacy Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9
What school district is Legacy Preparatory Academy part of?
Legacy Preparatory Academy is part of Legacy Preparatory Academy School District.
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