Serving 491 students in grades 4-5, Martin Luther King Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin Luther King Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Martin Luther King Elementary School's student population of 491 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Martin Luther King Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin Luther King Elementary School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#488 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
45%
10%
Hispanic
15%
34%
Black
23%
15%
White
12%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Luther King Elementary School's ranking?
Martin Luther King Elementary School is ranked #488 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Martin Luther King Elementary School often compared to?
Martin Luther King Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Madison Intermediate School, Arbor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Martin Luther King Elementary School?
491 students attend Martin Luther King Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Martin Luther King Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martin Luther King Elementary School?
Martin Luther King Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Martin Luther King Elementary School offer ?
Martin Luther King Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Martin Luther King Elementary School part of?
Martin Luther King Elementary School is part of Piscataway Township School District.
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