Serving 614 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mater Academy (Miami Beach) ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Mater Academy (Miami Beach) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
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Mater Academy (Miami Beach)'s student population of 614 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
614 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
Mater Academy (Miami Beach) ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mater Academy (Miami Beach) is 0.31, 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
#715 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
82%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
15%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Mater Academy (Miami Beach) is ranked #715 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mater Academy (Miami Beach) often compared to?
Mater Academy (Miami Beach)is often viewed alongside schools like Treasure Island Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mater Academy (Miami Beach)?
614 students attend Mater Academy (Miami Beach).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Mater Academy (Miami Beach) students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mater Academy (Miami Beach)?
Mater Academy (Miami Beach) has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mater Academy (Miami Beach) offer ?
Mater Academy (Miami Beach) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Mater Academy (Miami Beach) part of?
Mater Academy (Miami Beach) is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Mater Academy (Miami Beach) located?
Mater Academy (Miami Beach) is located in the North Beach neighborhood of Miami Beach, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in North Beach.
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