Serving 206 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mater International Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mater International Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Mater International Academy's student population of 206 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mater International Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mater International Academy is 0.04, 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
#2898 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
98%
36%
Black
2%
21%
White
n/a
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
98%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mater International Academy's ranking?
Mater International Academy is ranked #2898 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mater International Academy?
206 students attend Mater International Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Mater International Academy students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mater International Academy?
Mater International Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mater International Academy offer ?
Mater International Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mater International Academy part of?
Mater International Academy is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Mater International Academy located?
Mater International Academy 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 of School - Ultimo Dia de Escuela
June 06, 2024 (Thursday)
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