Excellent
#221 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 6% in state
Ben Gamla Charter School
Elementary School · Broward · Hollywood, FL
A Broward charter elementary school where students score 23 points above what's typical for similar communities.
2620 HOLLYWOOD BLVD, Hollywood, FL 33020
- Math 83% vs FL 58% (2024)
- Reading 77% vs FL 54% (2024)
- 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Ben Gamla Charter School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
2024 FAST proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. FL average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 16-year record (2009–2024), then recovered 6 points since 2020, reaching 80% in 2024.
Show all 15 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 82% (multi-year average, 2009-2024) · reading/ELA 77% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
36.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Ben Gamla Charter School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries. Open the Miami map →
Getting around & local context
- Walk 68Somewhat Walkable
- Transit 37Some Transit
- Bike 58Bikeable
Powered by
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$52,535
Median home value
$306,700
Median rent
$1,444/mo
College educated
29.4%
Homeownership
34.7%
Poverty rate
18.8%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 33020; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ben Gamla Charter School North CampusCharter · enrollment unverified | 9.5 | K–8 | 0.0 mi | 289 | Compare → |
| Jewish Cooperative SchoolPrivate · tuition | 6.3private | K–5 | 0.2 mi | 89 | Compare → |
| Grace and Faith International AcademyPrivate · tuition | 6.6private | K–12 | 0.4 mi | 48 | Compare → |
| Sunshine Elementary Charter SchoolCharter · enrollment unverified | 4.8 | K–5 | 0.4 mi | 209 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Public and private scores come from different models and are shown side by side, not blended into one ranking.
Broward
- Schools in district
- 325
- Rank in district
- #14 of 319
- District spending per student
- $12,121NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 13.3%Census SAIPE · 2024
Ben Gamla Charter School is listed in BROWARD; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Ben Gamla Charter School
Ben Gamla Charter School is a public elementary school in Hollywood, FL, part of Broward, serving approximately 358 students in grades Kindergarten-8th with a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #221 of 3,778 schools in FL. State assessment records show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Ben Gamla Charter School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (1)
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Ben Gamla Charter School
What grades does Ben Gamla Charter School serve?
Ben Gamla Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Ben Gamla Charter School?
Ben Gamla Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 358 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ben Gamla Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ben Gamla Charter School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ben Gamla Charter School rank in FL?
Ben Gamla Charter School ranks #221 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Ben Gamla Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ben Gamla Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Ben Gamla Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ben Gamla Charter School has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ben Gamla Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Ben Gamla Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Ben Gamla Charter School a Title I school?
No, Ben Gamla Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ben Gamla Charter School?
36.6% of students at Ben Gamla Charter School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 358
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.9%
- Phone
- (954) 342-4064
- Area population (ZIP 33020)
- 44,112
- Area average commute
- 30.3 min
- Area median age
- 39.3
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 FAST · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 FAST. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 FAST · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 FAST. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 33020; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2024; directory SY 2023–24
Related reading
- Best Public Schools in Florida 2026: Top-Ranked Elementary, Middle & High Schoolsbest schools
- Best Public Schools in Jacksonville, Miami & Tampa for Families Exploring School Choicebest schools
- Best Schools in Jacksonville, FL — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Schools in Miami, FL — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Schools in Orlando, FL — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.