The Nova Project, also simply known as Nova, is a small public alternative high school in Seattle, Washington, in the Seattle Public School District.
Serving 256 students in grades 9-12, Nova High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nova High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Nova High School's student population of 256 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Rankings
Nova High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nova High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#770 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
13%
27%
Black
7%
5%
White
54%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Seattle School District No. 1
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nova High School's ranking?
Nova High School is ranked #770 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Nova High School often compared to?
Nova High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garfield High School, West Seattle High School, The Center School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nova High School?
The graduation rate of Nova High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Nova High School?
256 students attend Nova High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Nova High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nova High School?
Nova High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nova High School offer ?
Nova High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nova High School part of?
Nova High School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Nova High School located?
Nova High School is located in the Miller Park neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Miller Park.
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