Nova High School is a public high school located in Davie, Florida and is part of the Broward County Public Schools district.
Serving 2,420 students in grades 9-12, Nova High School ranks in the top 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 41% (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 27:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: NOVA High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Fort Lauderdale, FL, encompassing approximately 1,322.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 19 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest boundary located 43.6 miles away.
- 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 2,420 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,420 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
Campus Size
Current holding of 5,000 students daily
School Rankings
Nova High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nova High School is 0.57, 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
#1810 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
62%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Gold
School Mascot
Titan & Nt
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 #1810 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% 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 88%.
How many students attend Nova High School?
2,420 students attend Nova High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Nova High School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% 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 27:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nova High School offer ?
Nova High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nova High School part of?
Nova High School is part of Broward School District.
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