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Serving 1,583 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Legacy Early College ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,583 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Legacy Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Legacy Early College's student population of 1,583 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
School Rankings
Legacy Early College ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legacy Early College is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#602 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
41%
14%
Black
49%
31%
White
3%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy Early College's ranking?
Legacy Early College is ranked #602 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Legacy Early College?
The graduation rate of Legacy Early College is 95%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Legacy Early College?
1,583 students attend Legacy Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Legacy Early College students are Black, 41% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Legacy Early College?
Legacy Early College has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Legacy Early College offer ?
Legacy Early College offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Legacy Early College part of?
Legacy Early College is part of Sc Public Charter School District.
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