Very Good
#1090 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 29% in state
Mater Academy
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
7700 NW 98TH ST, Hialeah Gardens, FL 33016
Enrollment
1,517
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
1,517
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,090 of 3,778
In Hialeah Gardens
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#199 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Mater Academy
Mater Academy is a public elementary school in Hialeah Gardens, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Mater Academy serves approximately 1,517 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th. Mater Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,090 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Mater Academy show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Mater Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Mater Academy — Students at Mater Academy score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.
How Mater Academy Compares
See how Mater Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
7700 NW 98TH ST, Hialeah Gardens, FL 33016
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mater Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BEN SHEPPARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Hialeah), which scores slightly higher. Another option is TINY SMILE LEARNING CENTER (rated 6.2/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Hialeah), a more accessible option. Additionally, MY HAPPY HOUSE (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Hialeah), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hialeah Gardens, see our Hialeah Gardens schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,633
Median Home Value
$295,800
Median Rent
$1,753/mo
Population
45,285
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
49.7%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Median Age
44
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| NARCOOSSEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Cloud, FL | 7.4 |
| PALM SPRINGS NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hialeah, FL | 7.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mater Academy
What grades does Mater Academy serve?
Mater Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mater Academy?
Mater Academy has an enrollment of approximately 1,517 students.
How does Mater Academy rank in FL?
Mater Academy ranks #1,090 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Mater Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Mater Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mater Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mater Academy has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mater Academy a charter school?
Yes, Mater Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Mater Academy a Title I school?
No, Mater Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mater Academy?
95.1% of students at Mater Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 1,517
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.4%
- Phone
- (305) 698-9900
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #199 of 497
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