LEGACY ACADEMY
LEGACY ACADEMY is a public charter elementary school that is part of the ELIZABETH SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in ELIZABETH, CO with about 469 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 24 teachers, LEGACY ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
LEGACY ACADEMY, located in Elizabeth, Colorado, is a K-8 public charter school dedicated to providing a rigorous, well-rounded education within a supportive community environment. As a school of choice, it emphasizes high academic standards and character development, aiming to prepare students for success in high school and beyond. The curriculum is designed to foster both intellectual growth and personal responsibility, often incorporating a classical or structured approach that balances core subjects with opportunities for student engagement.
Beyond academics, LEGACY ACADEMY places a strong emphasis on a "partnership" model, actively encouraging parents and the local community to be involved in the educational process. The school maintains a focus on small-class-feel initiatives and a cohesive school culture where students are encouraged to demonstrate strong moral values. By blending a traditional educational philosophy with modern instructional practices, the academy strives to create an environment that is both academically challenging and socially nurturing for its K-8 student body.
For more information, contact LEGACY ACADEMY at (303) 646-2636 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
ELIZABETH, CO 80107-8330
(303) 646-2636
http://www.legacyk8.org
LEGACY ACADEMY is a public Charter school in ELIZABETH, CO with about 469 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
School District No. C-1 in the county of Elbert and State o - District:
- ELIZABETH SCHOOL DISTRICT
- Total Students:
- 469
- Teachers:
- 24.17
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 469 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending LEGACY ACADEMY is predominantly White, representing about 85% of the student body.
- White
- 84.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.4%
- Two or more races
- 4.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 2.3%
- Asian
- 1.1%
- Black or African American
- 1.1%
- Female
- 52.0%
- Male
- 48.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.