Nova Middle School

3602 College Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 1,294 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 57% (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 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,294 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : Top 50% in FL
  • : 57% (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 1,294 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,294 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Nova Middle 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 Middle School is 0.54, 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)
#1296 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
57%
52%
56%
52%
44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
21%
38%
Black
64%
21%
White
8%
34%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.54
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nova Middle School's ranking?
Nova Middle School is ranked #1296 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?
57% 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?
1,294 students attend Nova Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Nova Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nova Middle School?
Nova Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, 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.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,294 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 57% (Top 50%)
  • : 56% (Top 50%)
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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