Serving 783 students in grades 6-8, Imater Academy Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 783 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Imater Academy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Imater Academy Middle School's student population of 783 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
783 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1999
Colors
Silver and Blue
School Calendar
School Motto
Hail iMater Academy Knights Forever soaring to new heights
School Rankings
Imater Academy Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Imater Academy 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
#1352 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
Hispanic
98%
38%
Black
1%
21%
White
1%
34%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Imater Academy Middle School's ranking?
Imater Academy Middle School is ranked #1352 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Imater Academy Middle School often compared to?
Imater Academy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jose Marti Mast 6-12 Academy, Henry H. Filer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Imater Academy Middle School?
783 students attend Imater Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Imater Academy Middle School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Imater Academy Middle School?
Imater Academy Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Imater Academy Middle School offer ?
Imater Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Imater Academy Middle School part of?
Imater Academy Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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