ASCEND CAREER ACADEMY

School Overview
Ascend Career Academy, located in Margate, Florida, is a public charter school that distinguishes itself through a specialized focus on career-readiness and workforce preparation. By integrating traditional academic requirements with vocational training and industry-recognized certifications, the school aims to bridge the gap between high school education and the professional world. Its curriculum is designed to equip students with practical, hands-on skills, ensuring they are prepared for immediate entry into the workforce or success in post-secondary technical and collegiate programs upon graduation.

The academy emphasizes a personalized learning environment, leveraging the charter model to offer flexible instruction that caters to diverse student needs. By fostering partnerships with local industries and focusing on career pathways, Ascend Career Academy seeks to improve student engagement and retention, particularly for those who benefit from project-based learning. The school serves as a practical alternative for students looking for a structured pathway that balances academic rigor with the real-world skills necessary to thrive in a competitive economy.
215
Total Students
N/A
Full-Time Teachers
N/A
Student/Teacher Ratio
7.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for ASCEND CAREER ACADEMY
Demographic Student Count
White13
Hispanic82
Black113
Asian2
Two or More3
Pacific Islander2
  • Black
    113 (52.6%)
  • Hispanic
    82 (38.1%)
  • White
    13 (6.0%)
  • Two or More
    3 (1.4%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.9%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.9%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: BROWARD
Phone: (954)978-4555
Website: http://www.ascendacademycharter.com
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 215
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): N/A
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: N/A
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 16
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 32
Grade 10 35
Grade 11 53
Grade 12 95

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for ASCEND CAREER ACADEMY
Grade Student Count
Grade 932
Grade 1035
Grade 1153
Grade 1295
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for ASCEND CAREER ACADEMY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female9443.7%
Male12156.3%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)