Serving 880 students in grades 6-8, Mater Academy Lakes Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 880 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mater Academy Lakes Middle School's student population of 880 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
880 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Mater Academy Lakes Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mater Academy Lakes Middle School is 0.04, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#937 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
98%
37%
Black
n/a
21%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 is Mater Academy Lakes Middle School's ranking?
Mater Academy Lakes Middle School is ranked #937 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mater Academy Lakes Middle School often compared to?
Mater Academy Lakes Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Country Club Middle School, Lawton Chiles Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mater Academy Lakes Middle School?
880 students attend Mater Academy Lakes Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Mater Academy Lakes Middle School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mater Academy Lakes Middle School?
Mater Academy Lakes Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mater Academy Lakes Middle School offer ?
Mater Academy Lakes Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mater Academy Lakes Middle School part of?
Mater Academy Lakes Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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