Elizabeth Middle School vs Legacy Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Colorado, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elizabeth Middle School
Elizabeth · Public middle · Grades 6–8
386 students
Legacy Academy
Elizabeth · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
428 students
| Measure | Elizabeth Middle School Elizabeth, Colorado | Legacy Academy Elizabeth, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #97 of 262 | #320 of 993 |
| National rank | #7070 of 15,369 | #20965 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 386 | 428 |
| Enrollment | 386 | 428 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 28.2% | 19.4% |
| Students per teacher | 18.4 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 34% |
| city | Elizabeth | Elizabeth |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Legacy Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.0 vs 52.6).
- •Legacy Academy does better on math proficiency (34% vs 28%).
- •Elizabeth Middle School does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 51%).
- •Legacy Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.4% vs 28.2%).
- •Legacy Academy does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 18.4).
- •Legacy Academy is the larger school with 428 students compared with 386.
- •Elizabeth Middle School is a public school while Legacy Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Elizabeth Middle School better than Legacy Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Legacy Academy ranks higher (56.0 vs 52.6 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 Elizabeth Middle School and Legacy Academy?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Elizabeth and Elizabeth in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elizabeth Middle School: 386. Legacy Academy: 428. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elizabeth Middle School and Legacy Academy rank in Colorado?
Elizabeth Middle School is 97th of 262 and Legacy Academy is 320th of 993 among middle schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).