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Miami-Dade County Public Schools

Medical Academy for Science & Technology (MAST)

#2 in Niche Standout High Schools in Florida
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Magnet
  • 9-12
  • Homestead, FL
  • 194 reviews
A
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Academics
    A-
  2. Diversity
    A
  3. Teachers
    B+
  4. College Prep
    B+
  5. Clubs & Activities
    B
  6. Health & Safety
    A+
  7. Administration
    A-
  8. Sports
    NG
  9. Food
    A
  10. Resources & Facilities
    A-
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Medical Academy for Science & Technology (MAST) is a highly rated, public, magnet school located in Homestead, FL. It has 514 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 21 to 1. According to state test scores, 76% of students are at least proficient in math and 89% in reading.
About Medical Academy for Science & Technology (MAST)...
School District
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
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Address
1220 NW 1st Ave
Homestead, FL 33030
Telephone
(305) 257-4500
Website
dadeschools.net

Medical Academy for Science & Technology (MAST) Rankings

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Academics

Percent Proficient - Reading
89%
Percent Proficient - Math
76%
Average Graduation Rate
95%
Average SAT
1120
142 responses
Average ACT
24
57 responses
AP Enrollment
38%
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Living in the Area
B-
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Crime & Safety
    C-
  2. Diversity
    A
  3. Cost of Living
    B-
  4. Good for Families
    B-
Area Feel
Suburban
Median Household Income
$40,452
National
$55,322
Median Rent
$1,084
National
$949
Median Home Value
$141,300
National
$184,700

Culture & Safety

Health & Safety
A+
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
87%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school.23 responses
Poll
87%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.23 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on 63 responses
Report
  • Spirit week
    25%
  • Ssaberfest is fun-school mascot-sabertooth tiger
    24%
  • Homecoming
    16%
  • Field day
    14%
  • Field Day / Spirit Week
    14%
  • HOSA competition
    3%
  • Homecoming
    2%

Students

Diversity
A
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
514
Free or Reduced Lunch
70%
81%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.26 responses
81%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.26 responses
42%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.26 responses

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National
17:1
Average Teacher Salary
$48,354
Teachers in First/Second Year
25%
90%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.39 responses
95%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.39 responses
97%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.39 responses

Clubs & Activities

Clubs & Activities
B
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low
Expenses Per Student
$10,082/ year
National
$12,239
88%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.33 responses
58%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.33 responses
85%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.33 responses
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Medical Academy for Science & Technology (MAST) Reviews

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I much enjoyed the diversity of the school. Students of all walks of life were integrated into multi-dimensional classrooms with learning opportunities for every learning style. The facility was completely new when I transferred there, and I was given every opportunity to succeed as a part of the first graduating class of MAST. This allowed me much room for personal growth, and challenged me to seize every opportunity of leadership in extra-curricular activities. I developed strong interpersonal skills and a lot of confidence as a result of my time at MAST. I feel those characteristics made me successful in college, and will continue to help me as I pursue a Doctorate in Physical Therapy.
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Most students will tell you that MAST Homestead either is to strict, sucks, or gives to much homework, but this is then opposite. From my 3 years in MAST I can say these student or parents are wrong. First off the bat MAST does not suffer from gang violence or any gang activity at all compared to other schools in its surrounding area, furthermore fights are a rare occurrence. When it comes to academics MAST is at least a step ahead in other schools academic requirements demand you already have taken one year of high school science and math before entering the school. In fact all classes offered are honors, and even after you complete the required amount for dade schools in order to get your M.A.S.T diploma you must continue taking science and math courses for all 4 years.
The school was overall a great experience for me! The staff was great, they treat you with respect and everything. MAST has a lot of Hispanics and other cultures so if you like the diversity you should go here. Another thing MAST is good for is teaching you a lot of the medical field and what you are going to learn. You should come to this school if you want to learn about the medical field.