Serving 577 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy serves the west part of Salinas, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.1 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy's student population of 577 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
577 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy 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 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy is 0.00, 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
#7416 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
100%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2024. View full 22-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
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 #7416 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy?
577 students attend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher 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-6
What school district is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy part of?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy is part of Alisal Union School District.
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