At a glance
Reported students
288
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
15.15
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
19:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California high enrollment
44th percentile
Compared with 2,195 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
288
Nova Academy Early College High: 288 reported students.
State peer staffing position
49th percentile
19:1 reported; state peer median 19.2:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 323
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Student–teacher ratio
- 15.4:1
What the reported data says about Nova Academy Early College High
Nova Academy Early College High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Santa Ana. It is one of 1 current school records connected to Nova Academy Early College High District. NCES reports 288 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,195 high schools in California with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 416 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 44th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 19:1, close to the California median of 19.2:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (94.1%) and multiracial (2.4%). English learners represent 18% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 9%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment. The school reported 9 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Nova Academy Early College High
- 1How do the reported 19:1 student–teacher ratio and 15.15 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 18%
- Students with disabilities
- 9%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 88.9%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White1.4%
- Hispanic94.1%
- Black0.3%
- Asian0.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.7%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial2.4%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
9 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Public schools near Nova Academy Early College High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Ana High High · Santa Ana Unified | 09–12 | 2,505 | 0.2 mi |
| Ocsa High · Charter · OCSA District | 07–12 | 2,346 | 0.5 mi |
| Middle College High High · Santa Ana Unified | 09–12 | 448 | 1.1 mi |
| REACH Academy High · Santa Ana Unified | 06–12 | 36 | 1.3 mi |
| Vista Meridian Global Academy High · Charter · Vista Meridian Global Academy District | 09–12 | 260 | 1.4 mi |
| Lorin Griset Academy High · Santa Ana Unified | 09–12 | 283 | 1.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Nova Academy Early College High
What grades does Nova Academy Early College High serve?
Nova Academy Early College High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Nova Academy Early College High District.
How many students attend Nova Academy Early College High?
Nova Academy Early College High reported 288 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 44th percentile among 2,195 California high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 323 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Nova Academy Early College High?
The calculated ratio is 19:1, based on 288 students and 15.15 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The California median for the same school level is 19.2:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Nova Academy Early College High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Nova Academy Early College High is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Nova Academy Early College High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
88.9% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Nova Academy Early College High in?
Nova Academy Early College High is part of Nova Academy Early College High District, based in Santa Ana, CA, which operates 1 current school. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Nova Academy Early College High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Santa Ana High (0.2 mi), Ocsa (0.5 mi), Middle College High (1.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.