Serving 234 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Legacy Academy Of Excellence Charter ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Legacy Academy Of Excellence Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Legacy Academy Of Excellence Charter's student population of 234 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
234 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Motto
“In Pursuit of Excellence”
School Rankings
Legacy Academy Of Excellence Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legacy Academy Of Excellence Charter is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2897 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
24%
29%
Black
53%
16%
White
15%
45%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy Academy Of Excellence Charter's ranking?
Legacy Academy Of Excellence Charter is ranked #2897 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Legacy Academy Of Excellence Charter often compared to?
Legacy Academy Of Excellence Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Jackson Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Legacy Academy Of Excellence Charter?
234 students attend Legacy Academy Of Excellence Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Legacy Academy Of Excellence Charter students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Legacy Academy Of Excellence Charter?
Legacy Academy Of Excellence Charter has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Legacy Academy Of Excellence Charter offer ?
Legacy Academy Of Excellence Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Legacy Academy Of Excellence Charter part of?
Legacy Academy Of Excellence Charter is part of Rockford SD 205 School District.
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