Nova Academy Early College High vs Ocsa
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 849 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nova Academy Early College High
Santa Ana · Charter high · Grades 9–12
288 students
Ocsa
Santa Ana · Charter high · Grades 7–12
2,346 students
| Measure | Nova Academy Early College High Santa Ana, California | Ocsa Santa Ana, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #595 of 1,343 | #7 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #11095 of 16,910 | #875 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 288 | 2,346 |
| Enrollment | 288 | 2,346 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.9% | 15.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.2 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 89% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 81% |
| city | Santa Ana | Santa Ana |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ocsa scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.0 vs 39.4).
- •Ocsa does better on math proficiency (81% vs 32%).
- •Ocsa does better on reading proficiency (89% vs 67%).
- •Ocsa does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.8% vs 88.9%).
- •Ocsa does better on students per teacher (18.2 vs 19.2).
- •Ocsa is the larger school with 2,346 students compared with 288.
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 Nova Academy Early College High better than Ocsa?
On the Success Index (US), Ocsa ranks higher (83.0 vs 39.4 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 Nova Academy Early College High and Ocsa?
About 849 m in a straight line, between Santa Ana and Santa Ana in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nova Academy Early College High: 288. Ocsa: 2,346. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nova Academy Early College High and Ocsa rank in California?
Nova Academy Early College High is 595th of 1,343 and Ocsa is 7th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).