Serving 2,640 students in grades 9-12, Legacy High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,640 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Legacy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Legacy High School's student population of 2,640 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,640 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Colors
White, Navy Blue, Orange, Burnt Orange
School Rankings
Legacy High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legacy High School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#590 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
43%
45%
Black
33%
12%
White
10%
27%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy High School's ranking?
Legacy High School is ranked #590 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Legacy High School often compared to?
Legacy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rancho High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Legacy High School?
The graduation rate of Legacy High School is 83%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Legacy High School?
2,640 students attend Legacy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Legacy High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Legacy High School?
Legacy High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Legacy High School offer ?
Legacy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Legacy High School part of?
Legacy High School is part of Clark County School District.
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