ASCEND CAREER ACADEMY

School Overview
Ascend Career Academy, located in Margate, Florida, is a public charter school that distinguishes itself through a specialized focus on career-readiness and workforce preparation. By integrating traditional academic requirements with vocational training and industry-recognized certifications, the school aims to bridge the gap between high school education and the professional world. Its curriculum is designed to equip students with practical, hands-on skills, ensuring they are prepared for immediate entry into the workforce or success in post-secondary technical and collegiate programs upon graduation.

The academy emphasizes a personalized learning environment, leveraging the charter model to offer flexible instruction that caters to diverse student needs. By fostering partnerships with local industries and focusing on career pathways, Ascend Career Academy seeks to improve student engagement and retention, particularly for those who benefit from project-based learning. The school serves as a practical alternative for students looking for a structured pathway that balances academic rigor with the real-world skills necessary to thrive in a competitive economy.
231
Total Students
N/A
Full-Time Teachers
N/A
Student/Teacher Ratio
6.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for ASCEND CAREER ACADEMY
Demographic Student Count
White25
Hispanic79
Black120
Asian2
Two or More4
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    120 (51.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    79 (34.2 %)
  • White
    25 (10.8 %)
  • Two or More
    4 (1.7 %)
  • Asian
    2 (0.9 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: BROWARD
Phone: (954)978-4555
Website: http://www.ascendacademycharter.com
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 231
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): N/A
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: N/A
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 16
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 31
Grade 10 49
Grade 11 56
Grade 12 95

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for ASCEND CAREER ACADEMY
Grade Student Count
Grade 931
Grade 1049
Grade 1156
Grade 1295
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for ASCEND CAREER ACADEMY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female10746.3%
Male12453.7%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)