Serving 1,199 students in grades 9-12, Mater Academy Lakes High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,199 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mater Academy Lakes High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mater Academy Lakes High School's student population of 1,199 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,199 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Mater Academy Lakes High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mater Academy Lakes High School is 0.10, 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
#1602 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
95%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field
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 High School's ranking?
Mater Academy Lakes High School is ranked #1602 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mater Academy Lakes High School often compared to?
Mater Academy Lakes High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barbara Goleman Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mater Academy Lakes High School?
The graduation rate of Mater Academy Lakes High School is 97%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mater Academy Lakes High School?
1,199 students attend Mater Academy Lakes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Mater Academy Lakes High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mater Academy Lakes High School?
Mater Academy Lakes High School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mater Academy Lakes High School offer ?
Mater Academy Lakes High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mater Academy Lakes High School part of?
Mater Academy Lakes High School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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