Serving 501 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Martin Luther King Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin Luther King Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Martin Luther King Elementary School's student population of 501 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Martin Luther King Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin Luther King Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#663 out of 2925 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
40%
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
33%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Luther King Elementary School's ranking?
Martin Luther King Elementary School is ranked #663 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Martin Luther King Elementary School often compared to?
Martin Luther King Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thurston Elementary School, Angell School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Martin Luther King Elementary School?
501 students attend Martin Luther King Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Martin Luther King Elementary School students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martin Luther King Elementary School?
Martin Luther King Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Martin Luther King Elementary School offer ?
Martin Luther King Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Martin Luther King Elementary School part of?
Martin Luther King Elementary School is part of Ann Arbor Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Martin Luther King Elementary School located?
Martin Luther King Elementary School is located in the King neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI.
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