Serving 802 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mater Gardens Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 802 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mater Gardens Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mater Gardens Academy's student population of 802 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
802 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Motto
Home of the stingrays!
School Rankings
Mater Gardens Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mater Gardens Academy 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
#181 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
96%
37%
Black
1%
21%
White
2%
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
49%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mater Gardens Academy's ranking?
Mater Gardens Academy is ranked #181 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mater Gardens Academy often compared to?
Mater Gardens Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Hialeah Gardens Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mater Gardens Academy?
802 students attend Mater Gardens Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Mater Gardens Academy 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 Gardens Academy?
Mater Gardens Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mater Gardens Academy offer ?
Mater Gardens Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mater Gardens Academy part of?
Mater Gardens Academy is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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