麻豆果冻传媒

The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy

2650 Van Buren St
Miami, FL 33143
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 105 students in grades 6-8, The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 105 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 85%
  • : Bottom 50% in FL
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy's student population of 105 students has declined by 78% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
105 students
This chart displays total students of The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Gender %
This chart displays gender of The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
This chart displays the total teachers of The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart displays the students of The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy by grade.
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy is 0.61, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#3248 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
25-29%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
30-34%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
<50%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy and the public school average student teacher ratio of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy and the percentage of Asian public school students in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hispanic
30%
37%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
53%
21%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy and the percentage of Black public school students in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
15%
35%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy and the percentage of White public school students in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Florida.
0.61
This chart displays the diversity score of The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy and the public school average diversity score of Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy's ranking?
The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy is ranked #3248 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy often compared to?
The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like South Broward High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy?
105 students attend The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy offer ?
The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy part of?
The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy is part of Broward School District.
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-calendar">School Calendar

View the The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event
Date
Last Day of After Care
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of School and No After Care
June 03, 2025 (Tuesday)

School Reviews

Review The Ben Gamla Preparatory Academy. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

麻豆果冻传媒 Articles

College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
Understanding Rubrics
September 27, 2024
Understanding Rubrics
This article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 105 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 85%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Quick Links