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Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy High School
High School · MIAMI-DADE
8851 NW 170TH STREET, Miami, FL 33143
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher
36.8:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher
36.8:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
Equity
7.2 / 10
Strong
About Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy High School
Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy High School is a public high school in Miami, FL, part of the MIAMI-DADE. The school serves approximately 184 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 36.8:1. Students demonstrate 49% in reading/language arts, 4 points below the state average.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $80,924, where 60% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 184 students, Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy High School 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 Lakes Collegiate Academy High School is 36.8:1, 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 Lakes Collegiate Academy High School 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 184 students
- Type
- Public (Charter)
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 36.8:1
- Address
- 8851 NW 170TH STREET, Miami, FL 33143
- Phone
- (305) 512-3991
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 2 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
How Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy High School Compares
See how Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8851 NW 170TH STREET, Miami, FL 33143
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MATER ACADEMY LAKES HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, in nearby Hialeah). Additionally, BARBARA GOLEMAN SENIOR HIGH (rated 5.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Miami Lakes). For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33143 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,924
Median Home Value
$768,900
Median Rent
$1,823/mo
Population
32,167
College Educated
59.8%
Homeownership
54%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
41.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy High School has a median household income of $80,924. It is a well-educated community where 60% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $768,900, with a median rent of $1,823/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.3%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy High School
What grades does Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy High School serve?
Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy High School?
Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy High School has an enrollment of approximately 184 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy High School is 36.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy High School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy High School has 48.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy High School a charter school?
Yes, Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy High School a Title I school?
No, Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy High School?
64.7% of students at Mater Lakes Collegiate Academy High 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,478/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Miami). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 184
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 36.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Phone
- (305) 512-3991
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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