Legend High School vs Ponderosa High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Colorado, United States, 6.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Legend High School
Parker · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,206 students
Ponderosa High School
Parker · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,406 students
| Measure | Legend High School Parker, Colorado | Ponderosa High School Parker, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 66 Top 25% |
| State rank | #45 of 307 | #63 of 307 |
| National rank | #3233 of 16,910 | #4204 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,206 | 1,406 |
| Enrollment | 2,206 | 1,406 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.2% | 15.8% |
| Students per teacher | 23.2 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 48% |
| city | Parker | Parker |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Legend High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.3 vs 66.4).
- •Legend High School does better on math proficiency (51% vs 48%).
- •Legend High School does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 68%).
- •Legend High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.2% vs 15.8%).
- •Ponderosa High School does better on students per teacher (20.4 vs 23.2).
- •Legend High School is the larger school with 2,206 students compared with 1,406.
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 Legend High School better than Ponderosa High School?
On the Success Index (US), Legend High School ranks higher (70.3 vs 66.4 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 Legend High School and Ponderosa High School?
About 6.5 km in a straight line, between Parker and Parker in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Legend High School: 2,206. Ponderosa High School: 1,406. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Legend High School and Ponderosa High School rank in Colorado?
Legend High School is 45th of 307 and Ponderosa High School is 63rd of 307 among high schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).