Serving 538 students in grades 3-5, Martin Luther King Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Martin Luther King Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Wyandanch school district, covering an area of approximately 3.3 square miles. Families within the zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martin Luther King Elementary School's student population of 538 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
538 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Martin Luther King Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin Luther King Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3920 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
72%
31%
Black
27%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Luther King Elementary School's ranking?
Martin Luther King Elementary School is ranked #3920 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Martin Luther King Elementary School?
538 students attend Martin Luther King Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Martin Luther King Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martin Luther King Elementary School?
Martin Luther King Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Martin Luther King Elementary School offer ?
Martin Luther King Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Martin Luther King Elementary School part of?
Martin Luther King Elementary School is part of Wyandanch Union Free School District.
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