 Mater Academy won the Silver Medal from "U.S. News & World Report's" America's Best High Schools two years in a row, and the College Board's 2011 Inspiration Award.In the 2008-2009 school year, the middle school, high school, and Performing Arts and Entertainment Academy divisions all received an "A" rating in the state's FCAT examination.The Performing Arts Pavilion, adjacent to the main campus, was completed in February 2007 and dedicated in April 2007.