For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,249 students in 33129, FL (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,246 private students). 50% of all K-12 students in 33129, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33129, FL are Mater Academy Virtual Charter School, International Studies Virtual Academy and Colegiate Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33129 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33129, FL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33129, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mater Academy Virtual Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
230 Sw 17th Rd
Miami, FL 33129
(786) 673-0556
Miami, FL 33129
(786) 673-0556
Gr: K-12 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
International Studies Virtual Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
230 Sw 17th Rd
Miami, FL 33129
(786) 673-0556
Miami, FL 33129
(786) 673-0556
Gr: 6-12 | 24 students Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #33.
Colegiate Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
230 Sw 17th Rd
Miami, FL 33129
(786) 673-0556
Miami, FL 33129
(786) 673-0556
Gr: 6-12 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: n/an/a
Mater Brickell Academy High School
Charter School
230 Sw 17th Rd
Miami, FL 33129
(305) 828-1886
Miami, FL 33129
(305) 828-1886
Gr: 9-12 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
Mater Brickell Academy Middle School
Charter School
230 Sw 17th Rd
Miami, FL 33129
(305) 600-1328
Miami, FL 33129
(305) 600-1328
Gr: 6-8 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33129, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33129, FL include Mater Academy Virtual Charter School, International Studies Virtual Academy and Colegiate Preparatory Academy.
How many public schools are located in 33129?
5 public schools are located in 33129.
What percentage of students in 33129 go to public school?
50% of all K-12 students in 33129 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33129?
33129 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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