Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center vs Mater Academy Charter Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center
Hialeah · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
1,082 students
Mater Academy Charter Middle School
Hialeah Gardens · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
1,219 students
| Measure | Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center Hialeah, Florida | Mater Academy Charter Middle School Hialeah Gardens, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1363 of 2,187 | #275 of 563 |
| National rank | #22972 of 50,301 | #6110 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,082 | 1,219 |
| Enrollment | 1,082 | 1,219 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.2% | 83.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 25.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 72% |
| city | Hialeah | Hialeah Gardens |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mater Academy Charter Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.1 vs 53.1).
- •Mater Academy Charter Middle School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 56%).
- •Mater Academy Charter Middle School does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 52%).
- •Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.2% vs 83.9%).
- •Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center does better on students per teacher (17.7 vs 25.9).
- •Mater Academy Charter Middle School is the larger school with 1,219 students compared with 1,082.
- •Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center is a public school while Mater Academy Charter Middle School 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 Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center better than Mater Academy Charter Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Mater Academy Charter Middle School ranks higher (57.1 vs 53.1 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 Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center and Mater Academy Charter Middle School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Hialeah and Hialeah Gardens in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center: 1,082. Mater Academy Charter Middle School: 1,219. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center and Mater Academy Charter Middle School rank in Florida?
Marcus A. Milam K-8 Center is 1363rd of 2,187 and Mater Academy Charter Middle School is 275th of 563 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).