Martin Luther King Jr. Senior High School is a public magnet high school located at 3200 East Lafayette Boulevard in Detroit, Michigan; the building is operated by the Detroit Board of Education.
Serving 808 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). 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 Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (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 808 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
808 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1901
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Students Rise. We All Rise.
School Mascot
Crusaders
School Rankings
Martin Luther King Jr Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 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 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2783 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
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
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
100%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Crusaders
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Luther King Jr Senior High School's ranking?
Martin Luther King Jr Senior High School is ranked #2783 out of 3,025 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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 84%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Martin Luther King Jr Senior High School?
808 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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