MATER ACADEMY LAKES MIDDLE SCHOOL
Charter School
870 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Mater Academy Lakes Middle School, located in Hialeah, Florida, is a high-performing public charter school that operates under the Mater Academy network. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is well-regarded for its rigorous academic environment and commitment to fostering a college-preparatory culture. The school emphasizes a well-rounded education, combining core curriculum requirements with a variety of extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, performing arts, and student-led clubs, all designed to support the social and emotional development of early adolescents.
As part of the larger Mater Lakes Academy campus, the middle school benefits from a cohesive educational community that often provides a seamless transition for students moving into high school. The institution places a strong focus on student achievement and accountability, frequently earning high marks in Florida’s state grading system. By leveraging innovative teaching strategies and maintaining high expectations for both students and faculty, Mater Academy Lakes Middle School aims to prepare its diverse student body for the academic challenges of secondary education and beyond.
As part of the larger Mater Lakes Academy campus, the middle school benefits from a cohesive educational community that often provides a seamless transition for students moving into high school. The institution places a strong focus on student achievement and accountability, frequently earning high marks in Florida’s state grading system. By leveraging innovative teaching strategies and maintaining high expectations for both students and faculty, Mater Academy Lakes Middle School aims to prepare its diverse student body for the academic challenges of secondary education and beyond.
870
Total Students
39.0
Full-Time Teachers
22.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
68.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
| Hispanic | 844 |
| Black | 7 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic844 (97.0%)
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White11 (1.3%)
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Black7 (0.8%)
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Asian7 (0.8%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | MIAMI-DADE |
| Phone: | (305)512-3917 |
| Website: | http://www.materlakes.org |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 870 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 39.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 22.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 458 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 135 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
270
Grade 7
313
Grade 8
287
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 270 |
| Grade 7 | 313 |
| Grade 8 | 287 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 427 | 49.1% |
| Male | 443 | 50.9% |
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