Serving 897 students in grades 6-8, Martha B. King Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 897 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Martha B. King Middle School serves the west part of Bradenton, FL, covering an area of approximately 19.8 square miles. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 10-12 minutes from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martha B. King Middle School's student population of 897 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
897 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Martha B. King Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martha B. King Middle School is 0.67, 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
#2280 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
36%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
16%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
42%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Crusaders
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martha B. King Middle School's ranking?
Martha B. King Middle School is ranked #2280 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Martha B. King Middle School often compared to?
Martha B. King Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like W. D. Sugg Middle School, Manatee School For The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Martha B. King Middle School?
897 students attend Martha B. King Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Martha B. King Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martha B. King Middle School?
Martha B. King Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Martha B. King Middle School offer ?
Martha B. King Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Martha B. King Middle School part of?
Martha B. King Middle School is part of Manatee School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I love this school it's better than all the other ones subjects are taught very well and clear the rules are pretty strict but not that strict allowing us to have fun look don't wanna leave for high school it's such a nice school would 100% recommend.
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