Serving 288 students in grades 9-12, Nova Academy Early College High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nova Academy Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Nova Academy Early College High School's student population of 288 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
288 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Nova Academy Early College High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nova Academy Early College High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4190 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
94%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nova Academy Early College High School's ranking?
Nova Academy Early College High School is ranked #4190 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nova Academy Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Nova Academy Early College High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Nova Academy Early College High School?
288 students attend Nova Academy Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Nova Academy Early College High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nova Academy Early College High School?
Nova Academy Early College High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Nova Academy Early College High School offer ?
Nova Academy Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Nova Academy Early College High School part of?
Nova Academy Early College High School is part of Nova Academy Early College High School District.
In what neighborhood is Nova Academy Early College High School located?
Nova Academy Early College High School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA.
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