Discover why thousands of families choose Legacy for accredited, affordable, and personalized K-12 education.
| Category |  Legacy Online School | Connections Academy | Pearson Online Academy | Laurel Springs School | Dwight Global Online | Excel High School | Bridgeway Academy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Accreditation & Recognition | WASC, College Board: Forbes-featured | AdvancED, free public program | Cognia | WASC, NCAA | NEASC | Cognia | Cognia |
Tuition & Fees | From $149/mo | Free (state funded) | ~$399/mo+ | ~$700-$1,200/mo | ~$39,900/year | ~$99-$300/mo | Varies, ~$300+/mo |
Teacher Support | Qualified teachers + personal Learning Support Specialist | Large classes, limited teacher access | Teacher access but less personalized | Certified teachers, but less individual | Elite faculty | Mostly self-paced, minimal teacher support | Teacher support depends on package |
Class Size | Small groups (≤15) | Large groups (25-30+) | Medium (15-25) | Medium | Very selective | Large/self-study | Varies |
Flexibility | Self-paced + Live + 4-day weeks | Some flexibility, rigid state testing | Some self-paced | Flexible, but heavy workload | Limited flexibility | Flexible | Semi-flexible |
College Guidance | Full college counseling, SAT/ACT prep | Limited college prep | College prep available | College prep strong | Ivy-focused | Limited | Limited |
Special Needs / IEP Support | Dedicated IEP support | Minimal | Limited IEP focus | Limited | Limited | Minimal | Some |
Clubs & Socialization | Free clubs, virtual trips, extracurriculars | Limited clubs | Some clubs | Some activities | Minimal clubs | None | Some |
Parent Reviews | 0 negative reviews | Mixed reviews | Good reviews | Good reviews | Good reviews | Mixed reviews | Good reviews |
Each year, Legacy Online School celebrates its graduates with a full video ceremony, featuring speeches, student highlights, and shared moments with families and teachers. Watch our latest graduation — and imagine being part of it next year.
Join us as we celebrate the achievements of our graduates! This special ceremony marks the culmination of their hard work, perseverance, and success at Legacy Online School. We are proud to honor their journey and look forward to the bright futures ahead.
Legacy Online School Parent's Handbook
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Legacy Online School Academic Calendar
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