Serving 307 students in grades Kindergarten-5, M L King Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: M L King Elementary School serves the eastern part of Youngstown, OH, covering an attendance area of approximately 17.5 square miles. Most families within the zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
M L King Elementary School's student population of 307 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
307 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
M L King Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of M L King Elementary School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2762 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
54%
8%
Black
34%
17%
White
6%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)72.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is M L King Elementary School's ranking?
M L King Elementary School is ranked #2762 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend M L King Elementary School?
307 students attend M L King Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of M L King Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of M L King Elementary School?
M L King Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does M L King Elementary School offer ?
M L King Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is M L King Elementary School part of?
M L King Elementary School is part of Youngstown City School District.
In what neighborhood is M L King Elementary School located?
M L King Elementary School is located in the McGuffey Heights neighborhood of Youngstown, OH.
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