Ann Richards STEAM Academy vs Buckner Preparatory
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 720 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ann Richards STEAM Academy
Dallas · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,010 students
Buckner Preparatory
Dallas · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
443 students
| Measure | Ann Richards STEAM Academy Dallas, Texas | Buckner Preparatory Dallas, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1283 of 1,684 | #4657 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #10957 of 15,369 | #48826 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 1,010 | 443 |
| Enrollment | 1,010 | 443 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.5% | 97.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | – |
| Math proficiency | 49% | – |
| city | Dallas | Dallas |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ann Richards STEAM Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.5 vs 12.1).
- •Ann Richards STEAM Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.5% vs 97.3%).
- •Ann Richards STEAM Academy does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 19.3).
- •Ann Richards STEAM Academy is the larger school with 1,010 students compared with 443.
- •Ann Richards STEAM Academy is a public school while Buckner Preparatory is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ann Richards STEAM Academy better than Buckner Preparatory?
On the Success Index (US), Ann Richards STEAM Academy ranks higher (34.5 vs 12.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Ann Richards STEAM Academy and Buckner Preparatory?
About 720 m in a straight line, between Dallas and Dallas in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ann Richards STEAM Academy: 1,010. Buckner Preparatory: 443. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ann Richards STEAM Academy and Buckner Preparatory rank in Texas?
Ann Richards STEAM Academy is 1283rd of 1,684 and Buckner Preparatory is 4657th of 4,686 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).