Serving 342 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ben Gamla Charter School South Broward ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ben Gamla Charter School South Broward ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Ben Gamla Charter School South Broward's student population of 342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Lions
School Rankings
Ben Gamla Charter School South Broward 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 Ben Gamla Charter School South Broward is 0.57, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1629 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
25%
37%
Black
60%
21%
White
11%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ben Gamla Charter School South Broward's ranking?
Ben Gamla Charter School South Broward is ranked #1629 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ben Gamla Charter School South Broward often compared to?
Ben Gamla Charter School South Browardis often viewed alongside schools like Renaissance Charter School At Plantation by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ben Gamla Charter School South Broward?
342 students attend Ben Gamla Charter School South Broward.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Ben Gamla Charter School South Broward students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ben Gamla Charter School South Broward?
Ben Gamla Charter School South Broward has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ben Gamla Charter School South Broward offer ?
Ben Gamla Charter School South Broward offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ben Gamla Charter School South Broward part of?
Ben Gamla Charter School South Broward is part of Broward School District.
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