Mast Academy

3979 Rickenbacker Cswy
Key Biscayne, FL 33149
10/
10
Top 1%
Maritime and Science Technology Academy, commonly referred to as MAST Academy, or MAST, is a public high school on Virginia Key in Miami, Florida. MAST Academy is a magnet school under the governance of Miami-Dade County Public Schools. The school's principal is Dr. Cadian Collman-Perez.
Serving 1,548 students in grades 6-12, Mast Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 1,548 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : ≥99% (Top 1% in FL)
  • : Top 1%
  • : 91% (Top 1%)
  • : 91% (Top 1%)
  • : 93% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Mast Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

School Overview

Mast Academy's student population of 1,548 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,548 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Year Founded
1991
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
Embrace the Sea, Embrace the Future.

School Rankings

Mast Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mast Academy is 0.42, 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)
#27 out of 3662 schools
(Top 1%)
91%
52%
91%
52%
93%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
73%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
23%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.42
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Isurus
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mast Academy's ranking?
Mast Academy is ranked #27 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mast Academy?
The graduation rate of Mast Academy is 99%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mast Academy?
1,548 students attend Mast Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Mast Academy students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mast Academy?
Mast Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mast Academy offer ?
Mast Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mast Academy part of?
Mast Academy is part of Miami-Dade School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 1,548 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : ≥99% (Top 1%)
  • : Top 1%
  • : 91% (Top 1%)
  • : 91% (Top 1%)
  • : 93% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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