Serving 141 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Nova Academy Cedar Hill ranks in the top 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nova Academy Cedar Hill ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Nova Academy Cedar Hill's student population of 141 students has grown by 107% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 125% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nova Academy Cedar Hill ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nova Academy Cedar Hill is 0.22, 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
#3477 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
53%
Black
88%
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nova Academy Cedar Hill's ranking?
Nova Academy Cedar Hill is ranked #3477 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Nova Academy Cedar Hill often compared to?
Nova Academy Cedar Hillis often viewed alongside schools like Nova Academy, A+ Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Nova Academy Cedar Hill?
141 students attend Nova Academy Cedar Hill.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Nova Academy Cedar Hill students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nova Academy Cedar Hill?
Nova Academy Cedar Hill has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nova Academy Cedar Hill offer ?
Nova Academy Cedar Hill offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Nova Academy Cedar Hill part of?
Nova Academy Cedar Hill is part of Nova Academy Southeast School District.
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