Serving 966 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mater Academy Bay Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 82% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 966 students
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mater Academy Bay Elementary School 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 Academy Bay Elementary School's student population of 966 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
966 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Mater Academy Bay Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mater Academy Bay Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#235 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%

Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
89%
37%

Black
5%
21%

White
5%
35%

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
48%
47%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Academy Bay Elementary School's ranking?
Mater Academy Bay Elementary School is ranked #235 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mater Academy Bay Elementary School often compared to?
Mater Academy Bay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mater Academy Bay Elementary School?
966 students attend Mater Academy Bay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Mater Academy Bay Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Mater Academy Bay Elementary School offer ?
Mater Academy Bay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mater Academy Bay Elementary School part of?
Mater Academy Bay Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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Event
Date
Spring break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
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