Nova Middle School

3602 College Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 1,316 students in grades 6-8, Nova Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,316 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 93%
  • : Top 50% in FL
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 56% (Top 50%)
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Nova Middle School's student population of 1,316 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,316 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Nova Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nova Middle School is 0.56, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#1470 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
53%
52%
56%
52%
44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
21%
37%
Black
63%
21%
White
7%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.56
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nova Middle School's ranking?
Nova Middle School is ranked #1470 out of 3,704 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Nova Middle School?
1,316 students attend Nova Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Nova Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nova Middle School?
Nova Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nova Middle School offer ?
Nova Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nova Middle School part of?
Nova Middle School is part of Broward School District.

School Reviews

3   2/21/2022
My kids love the Spanish classes. Best teachers ever. They talk to my kids, help my kids and make them feel comfortable despite the bullying and miserable behavior by so many students. Another kid brought a stun gun into the school this year. The chorus teacher and history class teacher in 8th grade are fantastic, too. The assistant principals are very good but the principal is an excuse maker. Can't seem to get it right. Most teachers are great. Guidance is very good. Assistant principles are very good. Principal ... ???
- Posted by Parent - Elthia

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,316 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 93%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 56% (Top 50%)
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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