Very Good
#285 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 19% of private schools
Brauser Maimonides Academy
Elementary School
5300 SW 40TH AVE, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314
Enrollment
472
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
472
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#285 of 1,462
In Fort Lauderdale
#3 of 25
public schools
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About Brauser Maimonides Academy
Brauser Maimonides Academy is a private elementary school in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Brauser Maimonides Academy serves approximately 472 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Brauser Maimonides Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #285 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 7.8:1 students to teachers, Brauser Maimonides Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Brauser Maimonides Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Brauser Maimonides Academy compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brauser Maimonides Academy (this school) | 7.4 |
| NEW RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.8 |
| STEPHEN FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.4 |
| MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| NEW LIFE CHARTER ACADEMY | 7.3 |
| PINE RIDGE ALTERNATIVE CENTER | 5.5 |
| WHIDDON RODGERS EDUCATION CENTER | 5.8 |
| RIVERLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| WESTWOOD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.1 |
| SEAGULL SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| CROISSANT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| BROWARD DETENTION CENTER | 5.7 |
| CHARTER SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE | 4.6 |
| NORTH FORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| HARBORDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.4 |
| WALKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.9 |
| WINGATE OAKS CENTER | 6.1 |
| DILLARD 6-12 | 3.6 |
| SUNLAND PARK ACADEMY | 7.5 |
| DILLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| VIRGINIA SHUMAN YOUNG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.9 |
Showing 20 of 29 schools. View all schools in Fort Lauderdale
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in FL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5300 SW 40TH AVE, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brauser Maimonides Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUMMIT QUESTA MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Davie), with a very similar rating. Another option is JEWISH ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Hollywood), with a comparable rating. Additionally, AEF - WESTHAM ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Davie), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fort Lauderdale, see our Fort Lauderdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BROWARD CHILDREN'S CENTER INC Fort Lauderdale | 0.6 mi | — |
| BROWARD CHILDREN'S CENTER SOUTH Ft. Lauderdale | 0.6 mi | — |
| HOLLYWOOD HILLS HIGH SCHOOL Hollywood | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| STIRLING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hollywood | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| THE QUEST CENTER Hollywood | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| JEWISH ACADEMY Hollywood | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| SHERIDAN TECHNICAL COLLEGE Hollywood | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| AEF - WESTHAM ACADEMY Davie | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| SHERIDAN HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hollywood | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| EMERALD HILLS SCHOOL Hollywood | 1.6 mi | — |
| HARVARD INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Hollywood | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| AEF SCHOOLS Davie | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| T.I.E.S. Davie | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| SHERIDAN HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hollywood | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| PK-12 VIRTUAL ACADEMY INC. Hollywood | 1.9 mi | — |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY HOLLYWOOD Hollywood | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| A E F HIGH SCHOOL Davie | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| SUMMIT QUESTA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Davie | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| QUESTA MIDDLE SCHOOL Davie | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| DRIFTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hollywood | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33314 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,791
Median Home Value
$347,600
Median Rent
$2,034/mo
Population
30,121
College Educated
30.2%
Homeownership
37.8%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
31.9
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| BANYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL | 7.4 |
| DR. CARLOS J. FINLAY ELEMENTARY Miami, FL | 7.4 |
| EDISON PARK K-8 CENTER Miami, FL | 7.4 |
| HARBOR CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Melbourne, FL | 7.4 |
| HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winter Springs, FL | 7.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brauser Maimonides Academy
What grades does Brauser Maimonides Academy serve?
Brauser Maimonides Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Brauser Maimonides Academy?
Brauser Maimonides Academy has an enrollment of approximately 472 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brauser Maimonides Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Brauser Maimonides Academy is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Brauser Maimonides Academy rank in FL?
Brauser Maimonides Academy ranks #285 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Brauser Maimonides Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Brauser Maimonides Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Brauser Maimonides Academy a private school?
Yes, Brauser Maimonides Academy is a private coeducational school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Brauser Maimonides Academy a religious school?
Brauser Maimonides Academy has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 472
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 9.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Broward County
- Phone
- (954) 989-6886
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