BEN GAMLA CHARTER SCHOOL SOUTH BROWARD
BEN GAMLA CHARTER SCHOOL SOUTH BROWARD is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the BROWARD school district, located in PLANTATION, FL with about 365 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 23 teachers, BEN GAMLA CHARTER SCHOOL SOUTH BROWARD has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
BEN GAMLA CHARTER SCHOOL SOUTH BROWARD, located in Plantation, Florida, is a tuition-free public charter school that distinguishes itself through a dual-focus academic program. While it adheres to the standard Florida state curriculum, the school is widely recognized for its commitment to Hebrew language instruction and the integration of cultural studies. It operates under a charter designed to foster academic excellence while promoting a global perspective, aiming to provide students with a rigorous educational environment that emphasizes critical thinking, character development, and linguistic proficiency.
The school serves the South Broward community by providing a structured, smaller-school atmosphere that prioritizes personalized attention and community engagement. By incorporating Hebrew as a core component of its curriculum, Ben Gamla offers a unique educational niche that attracts families interested in dual-language proficiency and cultural immersion. The institution emphasizes a holistic approach to education, encouraging students to excel academically while developing an appreciation for diverse traditions and fostering a sense of civic responsibility within a supportive, inclusive setting.
For more information, contact BEN GAMLA CHARTER SCHOOL SOUTH BROWARD at (954) 587-8348 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
PLANTATION, FL 33313-6036
(954) 587-8348
http://bengamlaplantation.org
BEN GAMLA CHARTER SCHOOL SOUTH BROWARD is a public Title I Charter school in PLANTATION, FL with about 365 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
BROWARD DISTRICT OFFICE - District:
- BROWARD
- Total Students:
- 365
- Teachers:
- 23
- NSLP Status:1
- Missing
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 365 students
- Black or African American
- 43.3%
- White
- 31.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 20.8%
- Two or more races
- 2.5%
- Asian
- 1.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.8%
- Female
- 49.9%
- Male
- 50.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.