Below Average
#3405 of 3,778 schools in FL
Ascend Career Academy
High School · BROWARD
5251 COCONUT CREEK PKWY, Margate, FL 33063
Enrollment
222
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
222
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,405 of 3,778
In Margate
#10 of 10
public schools
In district
#295 of 319
BROWARD
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Ascend Career Academy
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About Ascend Career Academy
Ascend Career Academy is a public high school in Margate, FL, part of BROWARD. Ascend Career Academy serves approximately 222 students, and covers grades 9th-12th. Ascend Career Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,405 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Ascend Career Academy show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Ascend Career Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Ascend Career Academy — Students at Ascend Career Academy score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 16 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.
How Ascend Career Academy Compares
See how Ascend Career Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5251 COCONUT CREEK PKWY, Margate, FL 33063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ascend Career Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BROWARD VIRTUAL FRANCHISE (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Coconut Creek), which scores notably higher. Another option is ATLANTIC TECHNICAL COLLEGE (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUNED HIGH SCHOOL OF NORTH BROWARD (rated 5.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Margate, see our Margate schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,930
Median Home Value
$270,100
Median Rent
$1,790/mo
Population
55,539
College Educated
27.8%
Homeownership
73.7%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
45.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ascend Career Academy
What grades does Ascend Career Academy serve?
Ascend Career Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Ascend Career Academy?
Ascend Career Academy has an enrollment of approximately 222 students.
How does Ascend Career Academy rank in FL?
Ascend Career Academy ranks #3,405 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Ascend Career Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Ascend Career Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ascend Career Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ascend Career Academy has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Ascend Career Academy a charter school?
Yes, Ascend Career Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Ascend Career Academy a Title I school?
No, Ascend Career Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ascend Career Academy?
100.0% of students at Ascend Career Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 222
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Broward County
- Phone
- (954) 978-4555
- 4-Year Graduation
- 57.0%
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #295 of 319
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