MATER ACADEMY CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL

MATER ACADEMY CHARTER MIDDLE is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the MIAMI-DADE school district, located in HIALEAH GARDENS, FL with about 1,282 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 48 teachers, MATER ACADEMY CHARTER MIDDLE has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. 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 ACADEMY CHARTER MIDDLE, located in Hialeah Gardens, Florida, is a high-performing public charter school that serves students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the extensive Mater Academy network—a group of schools widely recognized for academic excellence and rigorous college-preparatory standards—the middle school is designed to provide a seamless transition from elementary education to the advanced curriculum offered at their affiliated high schools. The institution operates under a philosophy that emphasizes high academic expectations, strong parental involvement, and a commitment to preparing students for the demands of secondary and post-secondary education.

The school is well-regarded for its robust academic offerings, which often include accelerated programs such as high school credit courses, gifted education, and a variety of extracurricular activities that foster leadership and personal growth. By maintaining a structured, disciplined environment combined with a focus on community and cultural values, MATER ACADEMY CHARTER MIDDLE has consistently achieved high performance ratings from the Florida Department of Education. Its location in Hialeah Gardens makes it a central hub for families seeking a challenging, tuition-free alternative to traditional district middle schools within the Miami-Dade area.

For more information, contact MATER ACADEMY CHARTER MIDDLE at (305) 828-1886 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.