Citrus Grove K-8 Center vs Mater Preparatory Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Citrus Grove K-8 Center
Miami · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
1,583 students
Mater Preparatory Academy
Miami · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
367 students
| Measure | Citrus Grove K-8 Center Miami, Florida | Mater Preparatory Academy Miami, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1415 of 2,187 | #2183 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #23895 of 50,301 | #47495 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 1,583 | 367 |
| Enrollment | 1,583 | 367 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54% | 92.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | – |
| Math proficiency | 55% | – |
| city | Miami | Miami |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Citrus Grove K-8 Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.8 vs 15.3).
- •Citrus Grove K-8 Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54% vs 92.6%).
- •Citrus Grove K-8 Center does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 19.3).
- •Citrus Grove K-8 Center is the larger school with 1,583 students compared with 367.
- •Citrus Grove K-8 Center is a public school while Mater Preparatory Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Citrus Grove K-8 Center better than Mater Preparatory Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Citrus Grove K-8 Center ranks higher (51.8 vs 15.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Citrus Grove K-8 Center and Mater Preparatory Academy?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Miami and Miami in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Citrus Grove K-8 Center: 1,583. Mater Preparatory Academy: 367. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Citrus Grove K-8 Center and Mater Preparatory Academy rank in Florida?
Citrus Grove K-8 Center is 1415th of 2,187 and Mater Preparatory Academy is 2183rd of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).