Serving 169 students in grades 6-9, Mater International Preparatory 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 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mater International Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Mater International Preparatory's student population of 169 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
169 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mater International Preparatory 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 International Preparatory is 0.10, 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
#1383 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
95%
37%
Black
4%
21%
White
n/a
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
78%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Preparatory's ranking?
Mater International Preparatory is ranked #1383 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mater International Preparatory?
169 students attend Mater International Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Mater International Preparatory students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mater International Preparatory?
Mater International Preparatory has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mater International Preparatory offer ?
Mater International Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Mater International Preparatory part of?
Mater International Preparatory is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Mater International Preparatory located?
Mater International Preparatory is located in the Allapattah neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 10 other public schools located in Allapattah.
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