Nova Academy vs Piedmont Global Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 555 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nova Academy
Dallas · Charter elementary · Grades PK–4
77 students
Piedmont Global Academy
Dallas · Public middle · Grades 6–8
692 students
| Measure | Nova Academy Dallas, Texas | Piedmont Global Academy Dallas, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4475 of 4,686 | #1578 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #45467 of 50,301 | #13196 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 77 | 692 |
| Enrollment | 77 | 692 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.3% | 98.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 34% |
| city | Dallas | Dallas |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Piedmont Global Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.2 vs 19.0).
- •Piedmont Global Academy does better on math proficiency (34% vs 10%).
- •Nova Academy does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 26%).
- •Nova Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.3% vs 98.6%).
- •Nova Academy does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 14.7).
- •Piedmont Global Academy is the larger school with 692 students compared with 77.
- •Nova Academy is a charter school while Piedmont Global Academy is a public 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 Nova Academy better than Piedmont Global Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Piedmont Global Academy ranks higher (23.2 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 Nova Academy and Piedmont Global Academy?
About 555 m in a straight line, between Dallas and Dallas in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nova Academy: 77. Piedmont Global Academy: 692. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nova Academy and Piedmont Global Academy rank in Texas?
Nova Academy is 4475th of 4,686 and Piedmont Global Academy is 1578th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).