Serving 262 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy ranks in the top 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% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bayside Martin Luther King Jr. Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Sausalito, CA, covering approximately 21.1 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy's student population of 262 students has grown by 136% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
262 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy is 0.78, which is more 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
#4506 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 1996–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
7%
Showing 2006–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy's ranking?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy is ranked #4506 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy?
262 students attend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy students are Black, 28% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy offer ?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy part of?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy is part of Sausalito Marin City School District.
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