Legacy Magnet Academy vs Plaza Vista
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Legacy Magnet Academy
Tustin · Public high · Grades 6–12
964 students
Plaza Vista
Irvine · Public elementary · Grades K–8
835 students
| Measure | Legacy Magnet Academy Tustin, California | Plaza Vista Irvine, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #409 of 1,343 | #475 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #8537 of 16,910 | #7082 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 964 | 835 |
| Enrollment | 964 | 835 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.5% | 20.2% |
| Students per teacher | 26.8 | 26.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 76% |
| Math proficiency | – | 75% |
| city | Tustin | Irvine |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Plaza Vista scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.4 vs 49.4).
- •Plaza Vista does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.2% vs 32.5%).
- •Plaza Vista does better on students per teacher (26.1 vs 26.8).
- •Legacy Magnet Academy is the larger school with 964 students compared with 835.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Legacy Magnet Academy better than Plaza Vista?
On the Success Index (US), Plaza Vista ranks higher (76.4 vs 49.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Legacy Magnet Academy and Plaza Vista?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Tustin and Irvine in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Legacy Magnet Academy: 964. Plaza Vista: 835. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Legacy Magnet Academy and Plaza Vista rank in California?
Legacy Magnet Academy is 409th of 1,343 and Plaza Vista is 475th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).