Serving 342 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Martin Luther King Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Math Proficiency: 31%
- Reading Proficiency: 33%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin Luther King Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Martin Luther King Elementary School's student population of 342 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Martin Luther King Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)31%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)33%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
81%
56%
Black
17%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Martin Luther King Elementary School often compared to?
Martin Luther King Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anderson Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Martin Luther King Elementary School?
342 students attend Martin Luther King Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Martin Luther King Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martin Luther King Elementary School?
Martin Luther King Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Martin Luther King Elementary School offer ?
Martin Luther King Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Martin Luther King Elementary School part of?
Martin Luther King Elementary School is part of Compton Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Martin Luther King Elementary School located?
Martin Luther King Elementary School is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Compton, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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