Mater International Academy

Mater International Academy is a charter elementary school located in Miami, Florida. Serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade, the school has an enrollment of 198 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 22:1 with nine full-time equivalent teachers. While Mater International Academy's MySchoolScout rating is 2.7 out of 10 and its state ranking places it at #3506 out of 3816 schools in Florida, the school focuses on providing a supportive learning environment for its students.

In academic performance, 42% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while 45% meet proficiency standards in Math. The school is situated in a bustling city setting within Miami-Dade County and offers resources tailored to help each student develop their skills and knowledge.

With an enrollment of 198 students, Mater International Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

The student-teacher ratio at Mater International Academy is 22:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Mater International Academy is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.