Serving 821 students in grades 9-12, Martin Luther King Jr Senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 821 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martin Luther King Jr Senior High School's student population of 821 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
821 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Martin Luther King Jr Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin Luther King Jr Senior High School is 0.00, which is less 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
#2953 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
100%
18%
White
n/a
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
76%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Jr Senior High School's ranking?
Martin Luther King Jr Senior High School is ranked #2953 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Martin Luther King Jr Senior High School often compared to?
Martin Luther King Jr Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cass Technical High School, Renaissance High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Martin Luther King Jr Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Martin Luther King Jr Senior High School is 76%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Martin Luther King Jr Senior High School?
821 students attend Martin Luther King Jr Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Martin Luther King Jr Senior High School students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martin Luther King Jr Senior High School?
Martin Luther King Jr Senior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Martin Luther King Jr Senior High School offer ?
Martin Luther King Jr Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Martin Luther King Jr Senior High School part of?
Martin Luther King Jr Senior High School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Martin Luther King Jr Senior High School located?
Martin Luther King Jr Senior High School is located in the Elmwood Park neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Elmwood Park.
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