Serving 104 students in grades 9-12, Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 104 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy's student population of 104 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
104 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1713 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
92%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Graduation Rate
30-39%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
3%
5%
Showing 2000–2019. View full 21-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy's ranking?
Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy is ranked #1713 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy often compared to?
Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Groppi High School, Lad Lake Synergy School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy?
The graduation rate of Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy is 30-39%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy?
104 students attend Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy?
Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy offer ?
Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy part of?
Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy located?
Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy is located in the Franklin Heights neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 2 other public schools located in Franklin Heights.
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