Very Good
#877 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 23% in state
Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward
Elementary School · BROWARD
2025 MCKINLEY ST, Hollywood, FL 33020
Enrollment
1,089
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
1,089
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#877 of 3,778
In Hollywood
#8 of 36
public schools
In district
#81 of 319
BROWARD
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward
Elementary School in Hollywood · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward
Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward is a public elementary school in Hollywood, FL, part of BROWARD. Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward serves approximately 1,089 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #877 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward 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.
49% of students at Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward — Students at Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 22 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: 9.4/10.
How Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward Compares
See how Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2025 MCKINLEY ST, Hollywood, FL 33020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BEN GAMLA CHARTER SCHOOL NORTH CAMPUS (rated 9.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BEACHSIDE MONTESSORI VILLAGE (rated 9.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hollywood, see our Hollywood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,535
Median Home Value
$306,700
Median Rent
$1,444/mo
Population
44,112
College Educated
29.4%
Homeownership
34.7%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Median Age
39.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward
What grades does Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward serve?
Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward?
Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward has an enrollment of approximately 1,089 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward?
The student-teacher ratio at Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward rank in FL?
Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward ranks #877 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward's MySchoolScout rating?
Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward a charter school?
Yes, Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward a Title I school?
No, Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward?
51.6% of students at Avant Garde Academy K-5 Broward 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 1,089
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.7%
- Phone
- (754) 816-6153
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #81 of 319
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