Mater Academy of International Studies vs Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mater Academy of International Studies
Miami · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
465 students
Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center
Miami · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
373 students
| Measure | Mater Academy of International Studies Miami, Florida | Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center Miami, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1419 of 2,187 | #1878 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #23917 of 50,301 | #33170 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 465 | 373 |
| Enrollment | 465 | 373 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.2% | 67.6% |
| Students per teacher | 19.4 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 42% |
| city | Miami | Miami |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mater Academy of International Studies scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.8 vs 38.2).
- •Mater Academy of International Studies does better on math proficiency (61% vs 42%).
- •Mater Academy of International Studies does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 37%).
- •Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.6% vs 88.2%).
- •Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 19.4).
- •Mater Academy of International Studies is the larger school with 465 students compared with 373.
- •Mater Academy of International Studies is a charter school while Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center is a public 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 Mater Academy of International Studies better than Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center?
On the Success Index (US), Mater Academy of International Studies ranks higher (51.8 vs 38.2 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 of International Studies and Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Miami and Miami in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mater Academy of International Studies: 465. Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center: 373. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mater Academy of International Studies and Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center rank in Florida?
Mater Academy of International Studies is 1419th of 2,187 and Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center is 1878th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).