Serving 337 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Attribute
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School Overview
Martin Luther King Elementary School's student population of 337 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
Campus Size
7
School Motto
inspiring, engaging and empowering the leaders of tomorrow.
School Rankings
Martin Luther King Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin Luther King Elementary School is 0.33, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#4852 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
80%
56%
Black
18%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Luther King Elementary School's ranking?
Martin Luther King Elementary School is ranked #4852 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Martin Luther King Elementary School?
337 students attend Martin Luther King Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Martin Luther King Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% 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 24:1, 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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