Excellent
#682 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 18% in state
Mater Academy (miami Beach)
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
8625 BYRON AVE, Miami, FL 33141
Enrollment
594
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
594
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#682 of 3,778
In Miami
#81 of 280
public schools
In district
#137 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Mater Academy (miami Beach)
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About Mater Academy (miami Beach)
Mater Academy (miami Beach) is a public elementary school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Mater Academy (miami Beach) serves approximately 594 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Mater Academy (miami Beach) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #682 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Mater Academy (miami Beach) show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Mater Academy (miami Beach) 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 (miami Beach) — Students at Mater Academy (miami Beach) score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 37 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: 8.7/10.
How Mater Academy (miami Beach) Compares
See how Mater Academy (miami Beach) 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
8625 BYRON AVE, Miami, FL 33141
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mater Academy (miami Beach) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MATER ACADEMY BAY BISCAYNE NORTH MIAMI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby North Miami), which scores slightly higher. Another option is RUTH K. BROAD BAY HARBOR K-8 CENTER (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Bay Harbor Islands), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BISCAYNE BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Miami Beach), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33141 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,457
Median Home Value
$434,500
Median Rent
$1,739/mo
Population
36,016
College Educated
43.9%
Homeownership
35%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
45
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| BOWMAN ASHE/DOOLIN K-8 ACADEMY Miami, FL | 8.1 |
| CASSELBERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Casselberry, FL | 8.1 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clewiston, FL | 8.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mater Academy (miami Beach)
What grades does Mater Academy (miami Beach) serve?
Mater Academy (miami Beach) serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Mater Academy (miami Beach)?
Mater Academy (miami Beach) has an enrollment of approximately 594 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mater Academy (miami Beach)?
The student-teacher ratio at Mater Academy (miami Beach) is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mater Academy (miami Beach) rank in FL?
Mater Academy (miami Beach) ranks #682 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Mater Academy (miami Beach)'s MySchoolScout rating?
Mater Academy (miami Beach) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 (miami Beach)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mater Academy (miami Beach) has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Mater Academy (miami Beach) a charter school?
Yes, Mater Academy (miami Beach) is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Mater Academy (miami Beach) a Title I school?
No, Mater Academy (miami Beach) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mater Academy (miami Beach)?
65.8% of students at Mater Academy (miami Beach) 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 594
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.7%
- Phone
- (305) 864-2889
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #137 of 497
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