Excellent
#233 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 6% in state
Based on limited data
Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
12900 NE 17TH AVENUE, North Miami, FL 33181
Enrollment
691
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
691
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#233 of 3,778
In North Miami
#2 of 10
public schools
In district
#58 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School
Elementary School in North Miami · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School
Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School is a public elementary school in North Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School serves approximately 691 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th. Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #233 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School show 73% math proficiency (2024 FAST) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 FAST). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School 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 Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School — Students at Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 6 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
How Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School Compares
See how Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School 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
12900 NE 17TH AVENUE, North Miami, FL 33181
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NATURAL BRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is NORTH MIAMI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, FULFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby North Miami Beach), a more accessible option. For more schools in North Miami, see our North Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33181 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,473
Median Home Value
$315,200
Median Rent
$1,665/mo
Population
20,969
College Educated
41.5%
Homeownership
38%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Median Age
37.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADA MERRITT K-8 CENTER Miami, FL | 8.9 |
| CHISHOLM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Smyrna Beach, FL | 8.9 |
| DR. TONI BILBAO PREPARATORY ACADEMY Doral, FL | 8.9 |
| FLEMING ISLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orange Park, FL | 8.9 |
| HUNTER'S GREEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 8.9 |
| JUPITER FARMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jupiter, FL | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School
What grades does Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School serve?
Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School?
Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 691 students.
How does Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School rank in FL?
Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School ranks #233 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School has 73% math proficiency (2024 FAST) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 FAST).
Is Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School a charter school?
Yes, Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School?
17.5% of students at Mater Academy Bay Biscayne North Miami Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 691
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.2%
- Phone
- (305) 359-8580
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #58 of 497
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