Mater Academy Lakes Middle School vs Mater Gardens Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 815 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mater Academy Lakes Middle School
Hialeah · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
870 students
Mater Gardens Academy
Hialeah · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
803 students
| Measure | Mater Academy Lakes Middle School Hialeah, Florida | Mater Gardens Academy Hialeah, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #194 of 563 | #705 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #4594 of 15,369 | #11326 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 870 | 803 |
| Enrollment | 870 | 803 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.2% | 57.8% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 200.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 85% |
| city | Hialeah | Hialeah |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mater Gardens Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.0 vs 64.0).
- •Mater Gardens Academy does better on math proficiency (85% vs 78%).
- •Mater Gardens Academy does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 72%).
- •Mater Gardens Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.8% vs 68.2%).
- •Mater Academy Lakes Middle School does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 200.8).
- •Mater Academy Lakes Middle School is the larger school with 870 students compared with 803.
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 Lakes Middle School better than Mater Gardens Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Mater Gardens Academy ranks higher (70.0 vs 64.0 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 Lakes Middle School and Mater Gardens Academy?
About 815 m in a straight line, between Hialeah and Hialeah in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mater Academy Lakes Middle School: 870. Mater Gardens Academy: 803. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mater Academy Lakes Middle School and Mater Gardens Academy rank in Florida?
Mater Academy Lakes Middle School is 194th of 563 and Mater Gardens Academy is 705th of 2,187 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).