MATER PALMS ACADEMY

MATER PALMS ACADEMY is a public charter elementary school that is part of the OSCEOLA school district, located in KISSIMMEE, FL with about 251 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 15 teachers, MATER PALMS ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

MATER PALMS ACADEMY, located in Kissimmee, Florida, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades K–8. As part of the Academica network, the school focuses on providing a rigorous academic environment that emphasizes core subjects, character development, and critical thinking skills. Its curriculum is designed to prepare students for high school success by fostering a culture of high expectations and individualized student support.

The school is known for its commitment to a "back-to-basics" educational philosophy, often incorporating a structured approach to learning that balances traditional instruction with modern technology. MATER PALMS ACADEMY places a strong emphasis on parental involvement and community engagement, striving to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive campus culture. By maintaining small class sizes and a clear code of conduct, the school aims to cultivate both academic excellence and personal responsibility in its student body.

For more information, contact MATER PALMS ACADEMY at (407) 288-7998 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

401 S POINCIANA BLVD
KISSIMMEE, FL 34746
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MATER PALMS ACADEMY is a public Charter school in KISSIMMEE, FL with about 251 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
School status:
New
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
OSCEOLA DISTRICT OFFICE
District:
OSCEOLA
Total Students:
251
Teachers:
15
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 251 students

Hispanic/Latino
69.3%
White
20.3%
Black or African American
5.2%
Asian
2.4%
Two or more races
1.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
45.8%
Male
54.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.