Serving 1,010 students in grades 6-8, Ann Richards Steam Academy 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 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,010 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ann Richards Middle serves the northeast part of Dallas, TX, covering an area of approximately 4.4 square miles. Most students live within a short 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ann Richards Steam Academy's student population of 1,010 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,010 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Ann Richards Steam 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 Ann Richards Steam Academy is 0.32, 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
#6374 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
81%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ann Richards Steam Academy's ranking?
Ann Richards Steam Academy is ranked #6374 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ann Richards Steam Academy?
1,010 students attend Ann Richards Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Ann Richards Steam Academy students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ann Richards Steam Academy?
Ann Richards Steam Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ann Richards Steam Academy offer ?
Ann Richards Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ann Richards Steam Academy part of?
Ann Richards Steam Academy is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Ann Richards Steam Academy located?
Ann Richards Steam Academy is located in the Riverway Estates And Bruton Terrace neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 8 other public schools located in Riverway Estates And Bruton Terrace.
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