Serving 117 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 39%). 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 39:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 39:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (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
Top Rankings
Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy's student population of 117 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
117 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 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 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1722 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
39:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
92%
9%
White
2%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-49%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy's ranking?
Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy is ranked #1722 out of 1,991 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, North Division High 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 39% 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 40-49%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Nova-northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy?
117 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, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% 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 39:1, 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.
School Reviews
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