Serving 796 students in grades 6-8, Martin L. King Jr. Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 796 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martin L. King Jr. Middle School's student population of 796 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
796 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Martin L. King Jr. Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin L. King Jr. Middle School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1576 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
18%
Black
79%
36%
White
10%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin L. King Jr. Middle School's ranking?
Martin L. King Jr. Middle School is ranked #1576 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Martin L. King Jr. Middle School often compared to?
Martin L. King Jr. Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson Elementary School, Mary Lin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Martin L. King Jr. Middle School?
796 students attend Martin L. King Jr. Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Martin L. King Jr. Middle School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martin L. King Jr. Middle School?
Martin L. King Jr. Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Martin L. King Jr. Middle School offer ?
Martin L. King Jr. Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Martin L. King Jr. Middle School part of?
Martin L. King Jr. Middle School is part of Atlanta Public Schools School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last day of 2nd Semester After- School All-Stars
April 25, 2024 (Thursday)
Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 6/1/2012
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