Legacy College Preparatory Charter School

Legacy College Preparatory is a charter school in the Bronx, currently serving grades 6-10, with a mission to prepare students for college and professional opportunities through rigorous academics and character development. The school's ELA proficiency (52%) is slightly below the citywide median, while math proficiency (42%) is above the 25th percentile but also below the median for middle school grades. The share of students taking accelerated coursework (27%) is near the citywide median. For high school outcomes, the 4-year graduation rate (86%) is around the citywide 25th percentile, and college enrollment within six months (68.4%) is above the citywide median. Regents pass rates are mixed, with strong performance in Languages Other Than English (89.7%), English (63%), US History (60.7%), and Global History (57.6%), but lower rates in Geometry (8.8%), Algebra I (29%), and some sciences. Parent satisfaction is notably high, with survey results showing 90-94% positive responses, reflecting appreciation for the school's college readiness focus and communication. However, student survey data indicates significant concerns regarding school climate, with low favorable rates for fair conflict resolution (49%) and a substantial portion of students reporting experiences with bullying (69%), physical fights (76%), and gang activity (50%). Some reviews also point to disorganization and a need for more proactive plans for student behavior. As a charter school, it offers an alternative enrollment process via lottery.