Legacy High School is a high school located in Broomfield, Colorado that opened in 2000. It is within the Adams 12 Five Star Schools District. The school had 2,406 students for the 2018/2019 school year.
Serving 2,052 students in grades 9-12, Legacy High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,052 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Legacy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Legacy High School's student population of 2,052 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,052 students
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Legacy High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legacy High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#94 out of 1748 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)42%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
25%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
61%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Zeus/lightning Bolt
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy High School's ranking?
Legacy High School is ranked #94 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Legacy High School often compared to?
Legacy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broomfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Legacy High School?
The graduation rate of Legacy High School is 95%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Legacy High School?
2,052 students attend Legacy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Legacy High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Legacy High School?
Legacy High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
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 Adams 12 Five Star Schools.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Not particularly interested in helping LD students succeed. Very puntative atmosphere.
5 10/10/2025
High expectations for all students. Good principal..good kids and what's most impressive is the schools band program. That band is one of a kind if not the best i've seen.
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