Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dr Martin Luther King Jr Arts Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Martin Luther King Jr. Learning Center serves the northwest part of Dallas, TX, covering an area of approximately 6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr Martin Luther King Jr Arts Academy's student population of 499 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
499 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Dr Martin Luther King Jr Arts Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr Martin Luther King Jr Arts Academy is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2645 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
31%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
66%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Martin Luther King Jr Arts Academy's ranking?
Dr Martin Luther King Jr Arts Academy is ranked #2645 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dr Martin Luther King Jr Arts Academy?
499 students attend Dr Martin Luther King Jr Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Dr Martin Luther King Jr Arts Academy students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr Martin Luther King Jr Arts Academy?
Dr Martin Luther King Jr Arts Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dr Martin Luther King Jr Arts Academy offer ?
Dr Martin Luther King Jr Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Dr Martin Luther King Jr Arts Academy part of?
Dr Martin Luther King Jr Arts Academy is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr Martin Luther King Jr Arts Academy located?
Dr Martin Luther King Jr Arts Academy is located in the South Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in South Dallas.
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