Serving 897 students in grades 6-8, Mater Lakes Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 897 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mater Lakes Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mater Lakes Middle School's student population of 897 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
897 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mater Lakes Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mater Lakes Middle School is 0.08, 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
#812 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
96%
36%
Black
1%
21%
White
2%
36%
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
62%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mater Lakes Middle School's ranking?
Mater Lakes Middle School is ranked #812 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mater Lakes Middle School often compared to?
Mater Lakes Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Country Club Middle School, Lawton Chiles Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mater Lakes Middle School?
897 students attend Mater Lakes Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Mater Lakes Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mater Lakes Middle School?
Mater Lakes Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mater Lakes Middle School offer ?
Mater Lakes Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mater Lakes Middle School part of?
Mater Lakes Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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