Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary serves families in the northwest part of Santa Ana, CA, within an attendance zone that covers approximately 0.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School's student population of 457 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
457 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School is 0.04, which is less 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
#8531 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2012–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
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 Jr. Elementary School's ranking?
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School is ranked #8531 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School?
457 students attend Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School?
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School offer ?
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School part of?
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School located?
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School is located in the Central City neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA.
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