Altus Schools East County vs Nova Academy Early College High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 134 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Altus Schools East County
El Cajon · Charter high · Grades 7–12
287 students
Nova Academy Early College High
Santa Ana · Charter high · Grades 9–12
288 students
| Measure | Altus Schools East County El Cajon, California | Nova Academy Early College High Santa Ana, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #936 of 1,343 | #595 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #14065 of 16,910 | #11095 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 287 | 288 |
| Enrollment | 287 | 288 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.2% | 88.9% |
| Students per teacher | 35.9 | 19.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 32% |
| city | El Cajon | Santa Ana |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nova Academy Early College High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.4 vs 26.5).
- •Nova Academy Early College High does better on math proficiency (32% vs 12%).
- •Nova Academy Early College High does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 57%).
- •Altus Schools East County does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.2% vs 88.9%).
- •Nova Academy Early College High does better on students per teacher (19.2 vs 35.9).
- •Nova Academy Early College High is the larger school with 288 students compared with 287.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Altus Schools East County better than Nova Academy Early College High?
On the Success Index (US), Nova Academy Early College High ranks higher (39.4 vs 26.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Altus Schools East County and Nova Academy Early College High?
About 134 km in a straight line, between El Cajon and Santa Ana in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Altus Schools East County: 287. Nova Academy Early College High: 288. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Altus Schools East County and Nova Academy Early College High rank in California?
Altus Schools East County is 936th of 1,343 and Nova Academy Early College High is 595th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).