Serving 51 students in grades 9-12, Martin Luther King High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin Luther King High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Martin Luther King High School's student population of 51 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
51 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Motto
'Present, Positive, Productive.'
School Rankings
Martin Luther King High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin Luther King High School is 0.71, which is more 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
#2597 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
39%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Luther King High School's ranking?
Martin Luther King High School is ranked #2597 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Martin Luther King High School?
The graduation rate of Martin Luther King High School is 60-69%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Martin Luther King High School?
51 students attend Martin Luther King High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Martin Luther King High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martin Luther King High School?
Martin Luther King High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Martin Luther King High School offer ?
Martin Luther King High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Martin Luther King High School part of?
Martin Luther King High School is part of Davis Joint Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Martin Luther King High School located?
Martin Luther King High School is located in the Central Davis neighborhood of Davis, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Central Davis.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 25, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
June 10, 2027 (Thursday)
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