BEN GAMLA PREPARATORY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL

BEN GAMLA PREPARATORY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the BROWARD school district, located in HOLLYWOOD, FL with about 260 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 13 teachers, BEN GAMLA PREPARATORY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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 PREPARATORY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL, located in Hollywood, Florida, is a tuition-free public charter school that distinguishes itself through a rigorous academic curriculum and a unique focus on international studies. As part of the Ben Gamla network, the school emphasizes high scholastic standards, aiming to prepare students for success in competitive university environments. The institution is known for its commitment to providing a structured learning atmosphere where character development and academic achievement go hand-in-hand to foster well-rounded students.

Beyond its core college-preparatory coursework, the school is notably recognized for its dedication to foreign language instruction and global literacy. By integrating specialized language programs and a culturally immersive approach to education, Ben Gamla Preparatory strives to equip its students with the skills necessary to navigate an increasingly interconnected global society. The school serves the Hollywood community by offering families an alternative to traditional district schools, focusing on small class sizes, individualized attention, and a strong sense of school community.

For more information, contact BEN GAMLA PREPARATORY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL at (954) 924-6495 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2650 VAN BUREN ST
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33020-4818
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BEN GAMLA PREPARATORY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I Charter school in HOLLYWOOD, FL with about 260 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Yes
BROWARD DISTRICT OFFICE
District:
BROWARD
Total Students:
260
Teachers:
13
NSLP Status:1
Missing
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 260 students

White
53.5%
Hispanic/Latino
31.9%
Black or African American
13.1%
Two or more races
0.8%
Asian
0.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
45.8%
Male
54.2%

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.