Ann Richards STEAM Academy vs Nova Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.2 km 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
Nova Academy
Dallas · Charter elementary · Grades PK–4
77 students
| Measure | Ann Richards STEAM Academy Dallas, Texas | Nova Academy Dallas, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1283 of 1,684 | #4475 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #10957 of 15,369 | #45467 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 1,010 | 77 |
| Enrollment | 1,010 | 77 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.5% | 88.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 10% |
| city | Dallas | Dallas |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ann Richards STEAM Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.5 vs 19.0).
- •Ann Richards STEAM Academy does better on math proficiency (49% vs 10%).
- •Ann Richards STEAM Academy does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 30%).
- •Nova Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.3% vs 96.5%).
- •Nova Academy does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 15.8).
- •Ann Richards STEAM Academy is the larger school with 1,010 students compared with 77.
- •Ann Richards STEAM Academy is a public school while Nova Academy 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 Nova Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Ann Richards STEAM Academy ranks higher (34.5 vs 19.0 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 Nova Academy?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Dallas and Dallas in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ann Richards STEAM Academy: 1,010. Nova Academy: 77. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ann Richards STEAM Academy and Nova Academy rank in Texas?
Ann Richards STEAM Academy is 1283rd of 1,684 and Nova Academy is 4475th of 4,686 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).