The Ben Gamla Charter School is an English-Hebrew charter school, the first of its kind in the U.S., located in Hollywood, Florida.
Serving 360 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ben Gamla Charter School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ben Gamla Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Ben Gamla Charter School's student population of 360 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Rankings
Ben Gamla Charter School ranks within the top 10% 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 is 0.50, 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
#301 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
42%
38%
Black
1%
21%
White
57%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ben Gamla Charter School's ranking?
Ben Gamla Charter School is ranked #301 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ben Gamla Charter School often compared to?
Ben Gamla Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beachside Montessori Village by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ben Gamla Charter School?
360 students attend Ben Gamla Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Ben Gamla Charter School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ben Gamla Charter School?
Ben Gamla Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ben Gamla Charter School offer ?
Ben Gamla Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ben Gamla Charter School part of?
Ben Gamla Charter School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Ben Gamla Charter School located?
Ben Gamla Charter School is located in the Highland Gardens neighborhood of Hollywood, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Highland Gardens.
School Calendar
View the Ben Gamla Charter School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day to Order from A+ School Supplies
July 21, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of School!
August 10, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of School!
August 10, 2027 (Tuesday)
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