Mater Academy vs Mater Performing Arts & Entertainment Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 741 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mater Academy
Hialeah Gardens · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
1,521 students
Mater Performing Arts & Entertainment Academy
Hialeah Gardens · Charter high · Grades 9–12
315 students
| Measure | Mater Academy Hialeah Gardens, Florida | Mater Performing Arts & Entertainment Academy Hialeah Gardens, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1134 of 2,187 | #219 of 576 |
| National rank | #18926 of 50,301 | #6528 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,521 | 315 |
| Enrollment | 1,521 | 315 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.6% | 78.4% |
| Students per teacher | 21.4 | 21.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 76% | 62% |
| city | Hialeah Gardens | Hialeah Gardens |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mater Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.9 vs 57.2).
- •Mater Academy does better on math proficiency (76% vs 62%).
- •Mater Performing Arts & Entertainment Academy does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 75%).
- •Mater Performing Arts & Entertainment Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.4% vs 92.6%).
- •Mater Performing Arts & Entertainment Academy does better on students per teacher (21.0 vs 21.4).
- •Mater Academy is the larger school with 1,521 students compared with 315.
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 Mater Academy better than Mater Performing Arts & Entertainment Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Mater Academy ranks higher (58.9 vs 57.2 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 Mater Academy and Mater Performing Arts & Entertainment Academy?
About 741 m in a straight line, between Hialeah Gardens and Hialeah Gardens in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mater Academy: 1,521. Mater Performing Arts & Entertainment Academy: 315. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mater Academy and Mater Performing Arts & Entertainment Academy rank in Florida?
Mater Academy is 1134th of 2,187 and Mater Performing Arts & Entertainment Academy is 219th of 576 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).