Serving 77 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Nova Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nova Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Nova Academy's student population of 77 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
77 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1998
Colors
Multi-Colored
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nova Academy 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 is 0.53, 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
#5070 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Hispanic
40%
54%
Black
56%
13%
White
4%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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's ranking?
Nova Academy is ranked #5070 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Nova Academy often compared to?
Nova Academyis often viewed alongside schools like A+ Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Nova Academy?
77 students attend Nova Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Nova Academy students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nova Academy?
Nova Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nova Academy offer ?
Nova Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Nova Academy part of?
Nova Academy is part of Nova Academy School District.
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