Serving 586 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mater Academy (Miami Beach) 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 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mater Academy (Miami Beach) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mater Academy (Miami Beach)'s student population of 586 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
586 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Motto
Educational excellence through innovative learning.
School Rankings
Mater Academy (Miami Beach) ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mater Academy (Miami Beach) is 0.34, 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
#832 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
80%
38%
Black
2%
21%
White
16%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Miami-Dade School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mater Academy (Miami Beach)'s ranking?
Mater Academy (Miami Beach) is ranked #832 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mater Academy (Miami Beach) often compared to?
Mater Academy (Miami Beach)is often viewed alongside schools like Mast Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mater Academy (Miami Beach)?
586 students attend Mater Academy (Miami Beach).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Mater Academy (Miami Beach) students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mater Academy (Miami Beach)?
Mater Academy (Miami Beach) has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mater Academy (Miami Beach) offer ?
Mater Academy (Miami Beach) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mater Academy (Miami Beach) part of?
Mater Academy (Miami Beach) is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Mater Academy (Miami Beach) located?
Mater Academy (Miami Beach) is located in the North Beach neighborhood of Miami Beach, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in North Beach.
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