Serving 1,657 students in grades 9-12, Mater Academy Charter High School 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 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,657 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mater Academy Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mater Academy Charter High School's student population of 1,657 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,657 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mater Academy Charter High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mater Academy Charter High School is 0.11, 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
#1493 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
32:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
94%
37%
Black
5%
21%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Charter High School's ranking?
Mater Academy Charter High School is ranked #1493 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mater Academy Charter High School often compared to?
Mater Academy Charter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barbara Goleman Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mater Academy Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Mater Academy Charter High School is 96%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mater Academy Charter High School?
1,657 students attend Mater Academy Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Mater Academy Charter High School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mater Academy Charter High School?
Mater Academy Charter High School has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mater Academy Charter High School offer ?
Mater Academy Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mater Academy Charter High School part of?
Mater Academy Charter High School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
School Calendar
View the Mater Academy Charter High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Early Release Day (Last Day of School)
June 05, 2025 (Thursday)
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