Ascend Career Academy

Ascend Career Academy

Charter High School | Grade 9-12
5251 Coconut Creek Pky,  Margate, FL
4.3
5.0
205 Students
C-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Vince Alessi
Student Teacher Ratio
0:1
Average SAT Score
930
Math Proficiency
28%
Reading Proficiency
25%
Average GPA
2.91
Graduation Rate
34.5%

Niche Grade

D+
Academics
C
Teachers
B-
College Prep
C
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
2.91
Reading Proficiency
25%
Math Proficiency
28%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
0:1
Teachers
0
Full Time Teachers
0
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
930
Math
420
Verbal
510
Number of AP Courses
4
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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Student Diversity

Male
56.3%
Female
43.7%
Hispanic
45.8%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Broward College 29 Students
Florida Atlantic University 21 Students
Florida International University 17 Students
University of Central Florida 12 Students
University of Miami 12 Students
University of Florida 11 Students
Florida State University 10 Students
Florida A&M University 10 Students
Nova Southeastern University 9 Students
Florida Southern College 7 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 9 Students
Business 5 Students
Nursing 4 Students
Biology 4 Students
Computer Science 4 Students
Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management 4 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 3 Students
Criminology 3 Students
Chemistry 3 Students
Culinary Arts and Food Service 3 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.3 20 Reviews
4.0 Sophomore
2/25/2026
My school is a place where I can learn new things and prepare for my future. The teachers try to help students succeed, and there are different activities that make school more interesting. Even though some days can be stressful, being there helps me grow and spend time with my friends.
4.0 Junior
2/25/2026
It has the opportunity of self-tech and use in you class, it has a good deal of opportunities to develop your self faster in a academic way. The teachers are very friendly and always like to help in all way possible pluss the projected have a big variety so I always learn something new while having fun. Compare to other school it has good entertainment during lunch. I personally believe that this is a greater school.
4.0
2/25/2026
I've been coming to ascend since I've been 15 I like how you can work on your own pace I feel like we should have more activities for the students maybe a lot more kids would come I like how they prepare students for college and students can graduate early
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 2 Reviews
5.0 parent
2/25/2026
This high school in Margate, FL has been an incredible experience for my family. Both of my children have attended this school — my daughter graduated in 2024, and my son is currently a student — and we couldn’t be happier with the education and environment they have received.The teachers are truly...
5.0 student
2/25/2026
My experience at this school has been great. The tight knit community is great. The students have the ability to make proper connections with teachers and staff. Overall I would recommend this school to anyone looking for a small environment.

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Ascend Career Academy is a charter school for students in grades 9-12 in Margate, FL and is served by the Broward County Public Schools in Florida. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 205 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 0:1. Academic records show that 28% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 25% are proficient in reading. Ascend Career Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C- and a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10. The average GPA is 2.91, the graduation rate is 34.5%, and the average SAT score is 930. The average home value in this area is $375,113. Discover additional schools in the area, like Suned High School of North Broward, Broward Math & Science Schools, Somerset Preparatory Academy Charter High at North Lauderdale, and more. Learn more about what Margate has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Ascend Career Academy.

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