Serving 165 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ben Gamla Charter School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ben Gamla Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ben Gamla Charter School's student population of 165 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
165 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
13 teachers
School Motto
One Pride, One Family...BGK Lions!
School Rankings
Ben Gamla Charter School ranks within the top 5% 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 is 0.28, 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
#139 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
84%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
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's ranking?
Ben Gamla Charter School is ranked #139 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ben Gamla Charter School?
165 students attend Ben Gamla Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Ben Gamla Charter School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Ben Gamla Charter School offer ?
Ben Gamla Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ben Gamla Charter School part of?
Ben Gamla Charter School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
School Calendar
View the Ben Gamla Charter School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day for Food & Toy Drive
November 13, 2026 (Friday)
NO SCHOOL This week! Thanksgiving Fall Break!
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
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