Serving 303 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Martin Luther King Jr Education Center Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin Luther King Jr Education Center Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Martin Luther King Jr Education Center Academy's student population of 303 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 68% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
303 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
1971
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Rankings
Martin Luther King Jr Education Center Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin Luther King Jr Education Center Academy is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2671 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
99%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Luther King Jr Education Center Academy's ranking?
Martin Luther King Jr Education Center Academy is ranked #2671 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Martin Luther King Jr Education Center Academy?
303 students attend Martin Luther King Jr Education Center Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Martin Luther King Jr Education Center Academy students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Martin Luther King Jr Education Center Academy offer ?
Martin Luther King Jr Education Center Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Martin Luther King Jr Education Center Academy part of?
Martin Luther King Jr Education Center Academy is part of Martin Luther King Junior Education Center Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Martin Luther King Jr Education Center Academy located?
Martin Luther King Jr Education Center Academy is located in the Harmony Village neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in Harmony Village.
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