Legacy Magnet Academy vs W. R. Nelson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.7 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
W. R. Nelson Elementary
Tustin · Public elementary · Grades K–5
460 students
| Measure | Legacy Magnet Academy Tustin, California | W. R. Nelson Elementary Tustin, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #409 of 1,343 | #4200 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #8537 of 16,910 | #43936 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 964 | 460 |
| Enrollment | 964 | 460 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.5% | 87.2% |
| Students per teacher | 26.8 | 25.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 40% |
| Math proficiency | – | 28% |
| city | Tustin | Tustin |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Legacy Magnet Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.4 vs 21.5).
- •Legacy Magnet Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.5% vs 87.2%).
- •W. R. Nelson Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.6 vs 26.8).
- •Legacy Magnet Academy is the larger school with 964 students compared with 460.
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 W. R. Nelson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Legacy Magnet Academy ranks higher (49.4 vs 21.5 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 W. R. Nelson Elementary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Tustin and Tustin in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Legacy Magnet Academy: 964. W. R. Nelson Elementary: 460. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Legacy Magnet Academy and W. R. Nelson Elementary rank in California?
Legacy Magnet Academy is 409th of 1,343 and W. R. Nelson Elementary is 4200th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).