Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary vs Mater Academy of International Studies
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary
Miami · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
353 students
Mater Academy of International Studies
Miami · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
465 students
| Measure | Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary Miami, Florida | Mater Academy of International Studies Miami, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1839 of 2,187 | #1419 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #32192 of 50,301 | #23917 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 353 | 465 |
| Enrollment | 353 | 465 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66% | 88.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 61% |
| city | Miami | Miami |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mater Academy of International Studies scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.8 vs 39.6).
- •Mater Academy of International Studies does better on math proficiency (61% vs 52%).
- •Mater Academy of International Studies does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 32%).
- •Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66% vs 88.2%).
- •Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 19.4).
- •Mater Academy of International Studies is the larger school with 465 students compared with 353.
- •Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary is a public school while Mater Academy of International Studies 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 Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary better than Mater Academy of International Studies?
On the Success Index (US), Mater Academy of International Studies ranks higher (51.8 vs 39.6 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 Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary and Mater Academy of International Studies?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Miami and Miami in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary: 353. Mater Academy of International Studies: 465. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary and Mater Academy of International Studies rank in Florida?
Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary is 1839th of 2,187 and Mater Academy of International Studies is 1419th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).