Mater International Preparatory

Serving 169 students in grades 6-9, Mater International Preparatory ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-9
  • Enrollment: 169 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • : Top 50% in FL
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 57% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Mater International Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

School Overview

Mater International Preparatory's student population of 169 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
169 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026

School Rankings

Mater International Preparatory ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mater International Preparatory is 0.10, 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)
#1240 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
55-59%
52%
57%
52%
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
95%
37%
Black
4%
21%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.10
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
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 International Preparatory's ranking?
Mater International Preparatory is ranked #1240 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mater International Preparatory?
169 students attend Mater International Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Mater International Preparatory students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mater International Preparatory?
Mater International Preparatory has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mater International Preparatory offer ?
Mater International Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mater International Preparatory part of?
Mater International Preparatory is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Mater International Preparatory located?
Mater International Preparatory is located in the Allapattah neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 10 other public schools located in Allapattah.

School Calendar

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Event
Date
Last Day To Pre-Order Spirit T-Shirt
October 01, 2025 (Wednesday)
Last Day To Pay For Middle School Fees
October 17, 2025 (Friday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 23, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School
June 04, 2026 (Thursday)

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-9
  • Enrollment: 169 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • : Top 50%
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 57% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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