Serving 235 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Nova Academy Prichard ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nova Academy Prichard's student population of 235 students has declined by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 45% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
235 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
Campus Size
6 acres
School Motto
Educating all students in a Multi-Cultural environment where parents and the community will serve as partners in achieving academic excellence for our students.
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Nova Academy Prichard ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nova Academy Prichard is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5035 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
68%
54%
Black
30%
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nova Academy Prichard's ranking?
Nova Academy Prichard is ranked #5035 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Nova Academy Prichard often compared to?
Nova Academy Prichardis often viewed alongside schools like San Jacinto Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Nova Academy Prichard?
235 students attend Nova Academy Prichard.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Nova Academy Prichard students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nova Academy Prichard?
Nova Academy Prichard has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nova Academy Prichard offer ?
Nova Academy Prichard offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Nova Academy Prichard part of?
Nova Academy Prichard is part of Nova Academy Southeast School District.
In what neighborhood is Nova Academy Prichard located?
Nova Academy Prichard is located in the Piedmont Addition neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in Piedmont Addition.
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