Serving 360 students in grades 9-12, Mater Academy Bay High School ranks in the top 30% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mater Academy Bay High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mater Academy Bay High School's student population of 360 students has grown by 197% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mater Academy Bay High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mater Academy Bay High 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
#898 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
89%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
7%
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
41%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mater Academy Bay High School's ranking?
Mater Academy Bay High School is ranked #898 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mater Academy Bay High School?
360 students attend Mater Academy Bay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Mater Academy Bay High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Mater Academy Bay High School offer ?
Mater Academy Bay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mater Academy Bay High School part of?
Mater Academy Bay High School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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