Serving 20 students in grades 6-12, Mater Academy East Preparatory ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 1% in FL)
- Math Proficiency: 40-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69%
- Science Proficiency: 60-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mater Academy East Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Mater Academy East Preparatory's student population of 20 students has declined by 90% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 88% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
20 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mater Academy East Preparatory is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-79%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
100%
37%
Black
n/a
21%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mater Academy East Preparatory?
The graduation rate of Mater Academy East Preparatory is 90%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Mater Academy East Preparatory?
20 students attend Mater Academy East Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Mater Academy East Preparatory students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mater Academy East Preparatory?
Mater Academy East Preparatory has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mater Academy East Preparatory offer ?
Mater Academy East Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mater Academy East Preparatory part of?
Mater Academy East Preparatory is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Mater Academy East Preparatory located?
Mater Academy East Preparatory is located in the Little Havana neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 19 other public schools located in Little Havana.
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