BEN GAMLA PREPARATORY SCHOOL

BEN GAMLA PREPARATORY SCHOOL is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the BROWARD school district, located in HOLLYWOOD, FL with about 220 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade 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 10 teachers, BEN GAMLA PREPARATORY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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 SCHOOL, located in Hollywood, Florida, is a public charter school that operates with a unique educational focus on Hebrew language immersion and global citizenship. Serving students in grades 6 through 12, the school is part of a small network of Ben Gamla charter schools founded with the mission of providing students with a rigorous academic curriculum while fostering an appreciation for Jewish culture and the Hebrew language. By integrating language learning into daily instruction, the school aims to prepare students for a competitive global environment while maintaining a strong sense of community and character development.

The school’s curriculum is designed to balance core academic subjects—such as mathematics, science, and humanities—with its specialized language programming. As a preparatory institution, Ben Gamla emphasizes college readiness, utilizing a structured approach to prepare students for post-secondary education. The school environment typically promotes a personalized learning experience, leveraging its charter status to offer specialized academic pathways that may not be available in larger, traditional public schools. Through its emphasis on bilingualism and cultural literacy, Ben Gamla Preparatory seeks to develop well-rounded students who are equipped with the critical thinking skills necessary for future academic and professional success.

For more information, contact BEN GAMLA PREPARATORY 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.