The top reported proficiency rate is 35% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Nova Academy
Nova Academy serves pre-kindergarten through fourth grade in southeast Dallas as a charter school. It is a small school with an enrollment across those grades. The student body is predominantly Black, with a substantial Hispanic population and very small representation of other groups. Nearly all students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, reflecting a community of significant economic need.
The school's test results show concerning performance gaps. In math and English language arts, proficiency rates measured at the "meets" level stand below one-third. Grade 3 results fell around one-third on both subjects, while grade 4 results were closer to two in five. When the state counts students who "approach" proficiency as a lower tier, the school's overall standing improves to around three-fifths across both subjects, but the gap between approaching and meeting standards remains wide. On the mastery level, the school reported no students. These numbers represent the most recent state testing data available and stand above the median among Dallas County school districts, though that comparison involves schools serving different grade bands and populations, so context matters.
Parents considering Nova Academy should understand that it sits in a district serving multiple campuses. The Prichard location, which operates under the Nova Academy Southeast brand, recently expanded to serve through eighth grade, meaning families can now keep children in the same charter through middle school. The state resumed publishing A-F accountability ratings after a litigation-driven gap, and Nova Academy received a D for the 2024-2025 school year. This rating provides recent official accountability data that had not been published for several years.
The school is located in Dallas, a city experiencing significant growth and development. The neighborhood around Prichard Lane has median home values substantially below the Texas benchmark and rents that are modest relative to state averages. The broader Dallas economy is anchored by major corporations and employers, and the city has been adding housing stock at a strong pace. However, enrollment data or information about wait lists, staffing, special programs, or discipline practices was not available in the data reviewed. A parent considering this school may want to contact the school directly to understand its approach to instruction, staff experience, and support services, particularly given that proficiency results lag what many families might seek.
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