Excellent
#59 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 2% in state
Based on limited data
Mater Academy Kiwanis
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
998 SW 1ST STREET, Miami, FL 33130
Enrollment
197
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Enrollment
197
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#59 of 3,778
In Miami
#10 of 280
public schools
In district
#16 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Mater Academy Kiwanis
Mater Academy Kiwanis is a public elementary school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Mater Academy Kiwanis serves approximately 197 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-7th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mater Academy Kiwanis has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #59 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Mater Academy Kiwanis show 78% math proficiency (2024 FAST) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 FAST). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 9.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 197 students, Mater Academy Kiwanis is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Mater Academy Kiwanis 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 Kiwanis — Students at Mater Academy Kiwanis score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.8%
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 Kiwanis Compares
See how Mater Academy Kiwanis performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
998 SW 1ST STREET, Miami, FL 33130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mater Academy Kiwanis may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ADA MERRITT K-8 CENTER (rated 8.9/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is LINCOLN-MARTI CHARTER SCHOOL (LITTLE HAVANA CAMPUS) (rated 8.7/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, FREDERICK R. DOUGLASS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,933
Median Home Value
$479,800
Median Rent
$1,656/mo
Population
32,363
College Educated
41.5%
Homeownership
14.9%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
37.4
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| SOMERSET ACADEMY EAST PREPARATORY Miramar, FL | 9.4 |
| EVEREST CHARTER SCHOOL Tamarac, FL | 9.5 |
| OAK HILL ACADEMY Jacksonville, FL | 9.5 |
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| STEINHATCHEE SCHOOL Steinhatchee, FL | 9.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mater Academy Kiwanis
What grades does Mater Academy Kiwanis serve?
Mater Academy Kiwanis serves students in grades Kindergarten through 7th.
How many students attend Mater Academy Kiwanis?
Mater Academy Kiwanis has an enrollment of approximately 197 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mater Academy Kiwanis?
The student-teacher ratio at Mater Academy Kiwanis is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mater Academy Kiwanis rank in FL?
Mater Academy Kiwanis ranks #59 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Mater Academy Kiwanis's MySchoolScout rating?
Mater Academy Kiwanis has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Kiwanis?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mater Academy Kiwanis has 78% math proficiency (2024 FAST) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 FAST).
Is Mater Academy Kiwanis a charter school?
Yes, Mater Academy Kiwanis is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Mater Academy Kiwanis a Title I school?
No, Mater Academy Kiwanis is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mater Academy Kiwanis?
87.8% of students at Mater Academy Kiwanis 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 – 7th
- Enrollment
- 197
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.8%
- Phone
- (305) 317-1901
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #16 of 497
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