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 288 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ben Gamla Charter School North Campus ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ben Gamla Charter School North Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ben Gamla Charter School North Campus's student population of 288 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
2007
School Rankings
Ben Gamla Charter School North Campus ranks within the top 20% 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 North Campus 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
#603 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
39%
38%
Black
1%
21%
White
59%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 North Campus's ranking?
Ben Gamla Charter School North Campus is ranked #603 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ben Gamla Charter School North Campus often compared to?
Ben Gamla Charter School North Campusis often viewed alongside schools like Ben Gamla Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ben Gamla Charter School North Campus?
288 students attend Ben Gamla Charter School North Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Ben Gamla Charter School North Campus students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Ben Gamla Charter School North Campus offer ?
Ben Gamla Charter School North Campus offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ben Gamla Charter School North Campus part of?
Ben Gamla Charter School North Campus is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Ben Gamla Charter School North Campus located?
Ben Gamla Charter School North Campus 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 North Campus yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day for Returning Student Re-Committment
January 15, 2027 (Friday)
Last Day for 2027-2028 New Student Application
January 19, 2027 (Tuesday)
Last Day of School
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
First Day of School!
August 10, 2027 (Tuesday)
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