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#4342 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 46% in state
Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex
High School · Los Angeles Unified
5225 Tweedy Blvd., South Gate, CA 90280
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,342 of 9,539
In South Gate
#17 of 25
public schools
In district
#466 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex
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About Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex
Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex is a public high school in South Gate, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex serves approximately 427 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,342 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex — Students at Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.
How Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex Compares
See how Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5225 Tweedy Blvd., South Gate, CA 90280
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Sci Tech Engr Arts and Math at Legacy High Sch Complex (rated 8.8/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is International Studies Lrng Center at Legacy High Sch Complex (rated 7.8/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Marco Antonio Firebaugh High (rated 6.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Lynwood), with a very similar rating. For more schools in South Gate, see our South Gate schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| International Studies Lrng Center at Legacy High Sch Complex South Gate | 0.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Sci Tech Engr Arts and Math at Legacy High Sch Complex South Gate | 0.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Tweedy Elementary South Gate | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Lugo Elementary Lynwood | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Bryson Avenue Elementary South Gate | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Aspire Firestone Academy Charter Oakland | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Aspire Gateway Academy Charter Oakland | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Will Rogers Elementary Lynwood | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Park Avenue Elementary Cudahy | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Washington Elementary Lynwood | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Vista High Lynwood | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Bell Gardens Elementary Bell Gardens | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle Downey | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| South Gate Middle South Gate | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Elizabeth Learning Center Cudahy | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Old River Elementary Downey | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Marco Antonio Firebaugh High Lynwood | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Lynwood | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| San Miguel Elementary South Gate | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Hollydale South Gate | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90280 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,379
Median Home Value
$608,500
Median Rent
$1,471/mo
Population
91,719
College Educated
11.5%
Homeownership
44.4%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
35.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex
What grades does Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex serve?
Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex?
Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex has an enrollment of approximately 427 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex?
The student-teacher ratio at Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex rank in CA?
Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex ranks #4,342 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex's MySchoolScout rating?
Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
Is Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex a charter school?
No, Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex a Title I school?
No, Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex?
87.8% of students at Visual and Performing Arts at Legacy High School Complex qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 427
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.4%
- Phone
- (323) 357-7531
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #466 of 769
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