Serving 26 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Legacy Scholars Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Legacy Scholars Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Legacy Scholars Academy's student population of 26 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
26 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Legacy Scholars Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legacy Scholars Academy is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2615 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
37%
Black
15%
21%
White
77%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
29%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy Scholars Academy's ranking?
Legacy Scholars Academy is ranked #2615 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Legacy Scholars Academy?
26 students attend Legacy Scholars Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Legacy Scholars Academy students are White, 15% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Legacy Scholars Academy?
Legacy Scholars Academy has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Legacy Scholars Academy offer ?
Legacy Scholars Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Legacy Scholars Academy part of?
Legacy Scholars Academy is part of Volusia School District.
In what neighborhood is Legacy Scholars Academy located?
Legacy Scholars Academy is located in the Enterprise neighborhood of Deltona, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Enterprise.
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