Serving 2,248 students in grades 9-12, Nova High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,248 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nova High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Nova High School's student population of 2,248 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,248 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nova High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nova High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1864 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
22%
36%
Black
58%
21%
White
12%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nova High School's ranking?
Nova High School is ranked #1864 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nova High School?
The graduation rate of Nova High School is 97%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Nova High School?
2,248 students attend Nova High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Nova High School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nova High School?
Nova High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Nova High School offer ?
Nova High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Nova High School part of?
Nova High School is part of Broward School District.
School Calendar
View the Nova High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
December 27, 2024 (Friday)
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