Legacy High School

Summary:

Legacy High School is a small public high school serving grades 9-12 in Howell, Michigan, part of the Hartland Consolidated Schools district. Despite being part of a highly-ranked school district, Legacy High School has consistently underperformed, ranking in the bottom quartile of Michigan high schools and receiving only 1 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger.

Key issues at Legacy High School include low academic performance, with only 14.29% of 11th-grade students proficient or better in M-Step/Science compared to 61.9% for the district and 39% for the state. The school also struggles with high chronic absenteeism rates, reaching as high as 79.3%, and fluctuating graduation and dropout rates. Interestingly, Legacy High School has a significantly higher percentage of white students (88.89%) compared to nearby schools, and a relatively low student-teacher ratio, suggesting that factors beyond demographics and resources may be contributing to the school's poor performance.

When compared to other high schools in the area, such as Hartland High School, which ranks 43 out of 735 Michigan high schools, Legacy High School stands out as an underperforming outlier. Addressing the systemic challenges at Legacy High School will be crucial for improving educational outcomes for its students and ensuring they receive the same quality of education as their peers in the surrounding Hartland Consolidated Schools district.

Detail:

Public 9-12

9525 E Highland Rd
Howell, MI 48843-9098

(810) 626-2140

District: Hartland Consolidated Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $15,144

Student/teacher ratio: 11.7

Number of students: 63

Racial breakdown:

White:

88.9%

Hispanic:

7.9%

Asian:

1.6%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 39.7%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Legacy High School is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 13.67. (See more...)

The Adjusted Cohort Graduation Rate (ACGR) measures the percentage of Legacy High School freshmen who graduate within four years, adjusting for students who transfer in or out.

The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.

Chronic absenteeism in a high school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (88.9%), Hispanic (7.9%), Asian (1.6%). (See more...)

Compare Details 39.7% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. This is the highest percentage in the Hartland Consolidated Schools District. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Legacy High School is 11.7, which is the lowest among 3 high schools in the Hartland Consolidated Schools District! (See more...)

Compare Legacy High School employs 5.3 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Legacy High School is $15,144, which is the highest among 3 high schools in the Hartland Consolidated Schools District!

Schooldigger Rankings:

Legacy High School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Hartland Consolidated Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Hartland Consolidated Schools 22^nd of 610 Michigan school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Legacy High School

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Rank History for all students at Legacy High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	MI State Percentile
2006	22.35	578^th	705	18.0%
2007	22.30	599^th	767	21.9%
2008	5.55	708^th	750	5.6%
2009	9.13	679^th	754	9.9%
2010	5.95	721^st	765	5.8%
2011	6.46	729^th	784	7.0%
2012	10.35	689^th	773	10.9%
2013	8.72	732^nd	805	9.1%
2014	8.84	715^th	799	10.5%
2015	7.04	810^th	832	2.6%
2016	6.72	762^nd	852	10.6%
2017	5.42	758^th	835	9.2%
2018	12.09	677^th	824	17.8%
2023	13.67	638^th	735	13.2%

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Rank History for White students at Legacy High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	MI State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2018	5.02	649^th	708	8.3%
2023	7.04	623^rd	647	3.7%

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Data source: test scores: Michigan Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Michigan Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Legacy High School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
1993	41	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	41
1998	74	1	0	0	1	n/a	n/a	76
1999	68	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	68
2000	75	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	75
2001	140	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	140
2002	70	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	70
2003	70	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	70
2004	68	0	0	0	4	n/a	n/a	72
2005	63	0	1	0	0	n/a	n/a	64
2006	70	0	2	2	0	n/a	n/a	74
2007	83	0	2	1	1	n/a	n/a	87
2008	83	2	n/a	n/a	1	n/a	n/a	86
2009	96	0	0	0	1	n/a	n/a	97
2010	114	1	0	2	3	n/a	n/a	120
2011	120	1	0	3	1	0	2	127
2012	123	5	0	3	1	0	2	134
2013	123	3	0	0	2	0	0	128
2014	97	0	0	2	0	0	1	100
2015	106	1	0	1	0	0	0	108
2016	68	1	1	0	0	0	0	70
2017	53	0	0	2	1	0	2	58
2018	47	0	2	3	1	0	3	56
2019	45	0	0	1	2	0	3	51
2020	25	0	0	0	0	0	2	27
2021	17	0	0	0	0	0	1	18
2022	42	1	0	3	0	0	0	46
2023	56	0	1	5	0	0	1	63

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Legacy High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1993	41	n/a	0.0	12.2
1998	76	0.0	0.0	0
1999	68	3.0	22.7	8.8
2000	75	7.0	10.7	4
2001	140	0.0	0.0	2.9
2002	70	3.0	23.3	0
2003	70	3.0	23.3	0
2004	72	1.0	72.0	0
2005	64	1.0	64.0	1.6
2006	74	2.0	37.0	14.9
2007	87	1.6	54.4	28.7
2008	86	1.6	53.8	34.9
2009	97	6.0	16.2	37.1
2010	120	6.2	19.3	40
2011	127	6.2	20.4	44.9
2012	134	6.4	20.9	55.2
2013	128	6.4	20.0	57.8
2014	100	6.8	14.7	55
2015	108	6.0	18.0	48.1
2016	70	6.0	11.6	48.6
2017	58	5.0	11.6	50
2018	56	5.1	10.9	50
2019	51	3.6	14.1	58.8
2020	27	3.6	7.5	44.4
2021	18	3.0	6.0	33.3
2022	46	3.7	12.4	34.8
2023	63	5.3	11.7	39.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Legacy High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1993	41	n/a	0.0	12.2
1998	76	0.0	0.0	0
1999	68	3.0	22.7	8.8
2000	75	7.0	10.7	4
2001	140	0.0	0.0	2.9
2002	70	3.0	23.3	0
2003	70	3.0	23.3	0
2004	72	1.0	72.0	0
2005	64	1.0	64.0	1.6
2006	74	2.0	37.0	14.9
2007	87	1.6	54.4	28.7
2008	86	1.6	53.8	34.9
2009	97	6.0	16.2	37.1
2010	120	6.2	19.3	40
2011	127	6.2	20.4	44.9
2012	134	6.4	20.9	55.2
2013	128	6.4	20.0	57.8
2014	100	6.8	14.7	55
2015	108	6.0	18.0	48.1
2016	70	6.0	11.6	48.6
2017	58	5.0	11.6	50
2018	56	5.1	10.9	50
2019	51	3.6	14.1	58.8
2020	27	3.6	7.5	44.4
2021	18	3.0	6.0	33.3
2022	46	3.7	12.4	34.8
2023	63	5.3	11.7	39.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Legacy High School

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$255 (2.2%)	$11,275 (97.8%)	$11,530
2020	$240 (1.2%)	$19,699 (98.8%)	$19,939
2021	$386 (1.1%)	$34,047 (98.9%)	$34,433
2022	$5,899 (42.9%)	$7,863 (57.1%)	$13,763
2023	$6,638 (43.8%)	$8,506 (56.2%)	$15,144

Data source: Michigan Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Legacy High School

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Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	51	63	23.5%
African American	0	0
American Indian	2	0	100%
Asian	0	1
Hispanic	1	5	400%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	45	56	24.4%
Two or More Races	3	1	66.7%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	58.8%	39.7%	19.1%

Schools Near Legacy High School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (2024)	SAT Mathematics (2024)	M-Step Science (2024)	M-Step Social Studies (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2023)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 11th Grade	SAT Mathematics 11th Grade	M-Step Science 11th Grade	M-Step Social Studies 11th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Legacy High School	Public	9-12	9525 E Highland Rd	Howell	48843	Livingston County	Hartland Consolidated Schools	No	No	No	No	(810) 626-2140	63	5	11.7	39.7%	56 (88.9%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (7.9%)	1 (1.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (1.6%)								(n/a)					$15,144	$6,638	$8,506
Hartland Virtual Academy	Public, Virtual	6-12	9525 E Highland Rd	Howell	48843	Livingston County	Hartland Consolidated Schools	No	No	Yes	No	(810) 626-2140	22	0		22.7%	22 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)					$14,233	$1,934	$12,300
Hartland High School	Public	8-12	10635 Dunham Rd	Hartland	48353	Livingston County	Hartland Consolidated Schools	No	No	No	No	(810) 626-2200	1,738	84	20.6	15.7%	1,623 (93.4%)	9 (0.5%)	60 (3.5%)	17 (1.0%)	10 (0.6%)	1 (0.1%)	18 (1.0%)	80.9	111^th of 743 public high schools	85.1%		91.4	43^rd of 735 public high schools	94.1%	68	65.6	36.7	51.9	51.9	$10,888	$486	$10,402
FlexTech High School	Public, Charter	9-12	7707 Conference Center Dr	Brighton	48114	Livingston County	FlexTech High School	Yes	No	No	Yes	(810) 844-3366	177	12	15.3	38.4%	173 (97.7%)	1 (0.6%)	1 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.6%)	31.1	504^th of 743 public high schools	32.2%		42.2	415^th of 735 public high schools	43.5%	89	28.9		40.0	17.5	$10,651	$1,244	$9,407
Charyl Stockwell Academy High School	Public, Charter	9-12	1032 Karl Greimel Dr	Brighton	48116	Livingston County	Charyl Stockwell Academy	Yes	No	No	No	(810) 225-9940	351	21	16.3	17.9%	312 (88.9%)	7 (2.0%)	20 (5.7%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	11 (3.1%)	71.2	168^th of 743 public high schools	77.4%		94.8	26^th of 735 public high schools	96.5%	142	69.5	25.6	51.9	43.9	$7,773	$876	$6,897
Bridge Alternative High School	Public	9-12	125 S Church St	Brighton	48116	Livingston County	Brighton Area Schools	No	No	No	No	(810) 299-4046	90	5	19.5	55.6%	81 (90.0%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (5.6%)	2 (2.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (2.2%)								(n/a)	41.7				$10,778	$1,048	$9,730
Milford High School	Public	7-12	2380 S Milford Rd	Highland	48357	Oakland County	Huron Valley Schools	No	No	No	No	(248) 684-8091	1,273	68	18.8	27.7%	1,145 (89.9%)	13 (1.0%)	51 (4.0%)	18 (1.4%)	8 (0.6%)	1 (0.1%)	37 (2.9%)	83.4	88^th of 743 public high schools	88.2%		74.9	149^th of 735 public high schools	79.7%	61	64.2	33.7	56.8	64.6	$14,840	$998	$13,842
Brighton High School	Public	9-12	7878 Brighton Rd	Brighton	48116	Livingston County	Brighton Area Schools	No	No	No	No	(810) 299-4100	1,961	103	19.0	12.7%	1,784 (91.0%)	7 (0.4%)	92 (4.7%)	33 (1.7%)	4 (0.2%)	1 (0.1%)	40 (2.0%)	84.8	83^rd of 743 public high schools	88.8%		89	59^th of 735 public high schools	92.0%	24	75.8	49.7	44.9	50.3	$12,817	$420	$12,397
Innovation Academy	Public, Magnet	9-12	861 E Sibley St	Howell	48843	Livingston County	Howell Public Schools	No	Yes	No	No	(517) 540-8300	184	7	26.2	59.2%	162 (88.0%)	2 (1.1%)	11 (6.0%)	1 (0.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	8 (4.3%)	20.9	597^th of 743 public high schools	19.7%		7.4	682^nd of 735 public high schools	7.2%	85	26.7		25.4	22.0	$9,620	$655	$8,965
Howell High School	Public	9-12	1200 W Grand River Ave	Howell	48843	Livingston County	Howell Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(517) 540-8300	2,024	96	21.1	24.9%	1,838 (90.8%)	7 (0.3%)	94 (4.6%)	24 (1.2%)	9 (0.4%)	5 (0.2%)	47 (2.3%)	73.1	157^th of 743 public high schools	78.9%		59.7	262^nd of 735 public high schools	64.4%	105	61.5	26.5	54.4	50.0	$12,486	$763	$11,723

Frequently Asked Questions about Legacy High School

What district is Legacy High School in?

Hartland Consolidated Schools

How many students attend Legacy High School?

In the 2022-23 school year, 63 students attended Legacy High School.

What is the racial makeup of Legacy High School?

Students at Legacy High School are 89% White, 8% Hispanic, 2% Asian, 2% Two or more races.

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