Robert E. Lee High School, school in Midland, Texas
Robert E. Lee High School is a public school in Midland, Texas serving grades ten through twelve, opened in 1961 with a straightforward architectural design. The campus features wide hallways, functional classrooms, athletic fields, a track, and a football stadium, all arranged to support both academics and sports.
The school opened in 1961 as one of the area's older educational institutions. In 2020, it was renamed Legacy High School, but the original name was restored in 2025, reflecting the community's evolving discussions about historical identity.
The school carries a name that has sparked community conversations about history and identity, with the name changing twice in recent years. Walking through the halls, you encounter ongoing discussions about what symbols and names mean to different people in the community.
The school has a straightforward layout with a clearly marked main entrance and ample outdoor spaces where students and visitors move around daily. Weekend activities center on athletic events and community gatherings on the fields and stadium.
The football team won three consecutive state championships from 1998 to 2000, an achievement that continues to define school pride. Alumni and community members still gather regularly to support the current teams, keeping this athletic tradition alive.
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