Legacy Preparatory, TX - District Data

Original Research by School Decision on Legacy Preparatory

Legacy Preparatory is a small charter district operating two campuses in the Dallas area, serving pre-K through grade 12 with a total enrollment of about thirteen hundred students. The district is predominantly Hispanic, with substantial Black enrollment and smaller Asian, white, and multiracial populations. The specific share of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch was not reported; state data on special education and English learner enrollment by count or rate is also not available.

The district's academic profile shows proficiency that is below the midpoint among Dallas County's districts overall. Mathematics proficiency ranges from low in earlier grades, where only a small proportion of fourth graders test proficient, to moderate in eighth grade. English language arts is somewhat stronger, particularly at grades five and eight, where around half or slightly less test proficient. Science results for eighth grade sit at the level of math. In eighth-grade social studies, proficiency is notably low. When viewed across all tested subjects and grades as a single measure, the district sits below the county median. This is a material gap that a parent considering Legacy should probe directly with the school about instruction and support systems.

On chronic absenteeism, Legacy performs in the top quartile among Dallas County districts, suggesting strong attendance engagement. Per-pupil current spending sits in the middle-to-upper range, comparable to the county median. The district received a D accountability rating from the state for 2024-25, though the Plano campus received a C. That state rating is publicly available and reflects student achievement, progress, and equity performance, all factors Texas reports to families.

The instructional model is a defining feature. Legacy partners with the New Tech Network, a pedagogical framework centered on project-based learning and one-to-one computing. The district also operates dual-language Spanish-English immersion in pre-K and elementary grades, with both one-way and two-way tracks available. High school campuses include Project Lead the Way and Gifted and Talented tracks. This curriculum and teaching approach differs materially from traditional public school models, so families drawn to project-based or immersion learning would find those values embedded across the day.

The district has been building toward full K-12 capacity, adding grades over time. High school now exists, and the district offers dual-credit partnerships with local community colleges including Collin County, El Centro, and Eastfield, allowing students to earn college credit before graduation. This creates a pathway for families seeking a K-12 option within one system. Graduation data for the Class of 2023 showed modest on-time completion rates, which a parent considering high school placement may want to review directly with the school for the most recent cohorts.

Legacy sits as a choice-based charter, not a neighborhood assignment. It appeals to families seeking immersion instruction, project-based pedagogy, or a cohesive K-12 pathway. The academic results and state accountability rating indicate the district is working to close proficiency gaps, particularly in math and social studies. A parent evaluating Legacy should weigh the pedagogical fit against the academic performance metrics and have detailed conversations about supports for students who are not yet proficient.

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District Context

Officially reported figures, 2024-25.

Enrollment

1,248

Grades

PK–12

Schools

Student body

Hispanic 75%

Black 16%

White 6%

Asian 0%

Two+ 2%

Am. Indian / AK Native 1%

Hawaiian / Pac. Isl. 0%

By economic status

Percent proficient by grade, as reported

Economically disadvantaged

Not disadvantaged

ELA

Gr 3

—

27%

Gr 4

—

17%

Gr 5

51%

38%

Gr 6

39%

13%

Gr 7

28%

40%

Gr 8

41%

39%

Math

Gr 3

—

18%

Gr 4

12%

33%

Gr 5

29%

13%

Gr 6

20%

Gr 7

16%

20%

Gr 8

36%

33%

Science

Gr 5

—

13%

Gr 8

39%

17%

Social studies

Gr 8

17%

12%

all_subjects_approaches

Gr ALL

37%

—

all_subjects_masters

Gr ALL

—

all_subjects_meets

Gr ALL

15%

—

ela_approaches

Gr ALL

34%

—

ela_masters

Gr ALL

—

ela_meets

Gr ALL

15%

—

math_approaches

Gr ALL

30%

—

math_masters

Gr ALL

—

math_meets

Gr ALL

11%

—

science_approaches

Gr ALL

56%

—

science_masters

Gr ALL

11%

—

science_meets

Gr ALL

33%

—

social_studies_approaches

Gr ALL

57%

—

social_studies_masters

Gr ALL

—

social_studies_meets

Gr ALL

17%

—

Schools in this District

2 schools are officially reported under this district.

LEGACY PREP CHARTER ACADEMY MESQUITE WEST CAMPUS

LEGACY PREPARATORY CHARTER ACADEMY PLANO

Academic Performance

Percent of students meeting or exceeding state standards, by grade.

Mathematics

5 grades reported

14%

Grade 4

27%

Grade 5

18%

Grade 6

16%

Grade 7

35%

Grade 8

English Language Arts

5 grades reported

17%

Grade 3

49%

Grade 5

37%

Grade 6

29%

Grade 7

41%

Grade 8

Science

1 grade reported

35%

Grade 8

Social Studies

1 grade reported

16%

Grade 8

Data Currently Unavailable

Community & Housing Context
Civil Rights Data (CRDC)

This profile is derived exclusively from publicly available federal and state datasets. It may not reflect the most current information available. We encourage parents and families to supplement this data with information published directly on the school’s website, which may include more recent figures, additional programs, or updated enrollment data.