Serving 2,699 students in grades 9-12, Martin Luther King Jr. High School ranks in the top 20% 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 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,699 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Martin Luther King Jr. High serves the southern part of Riverside, CA, covering an area of approximately 25.7 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin Luther King Jr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Martin Luther King Jr. High School's student population of 2,699 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,699 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
Campus Size
55 acres (22 ha)
School Rankings
Martin Luther King Jr. High School ranks within the top 20% 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. High School is 0.69, 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
#1513 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Asian
11%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
45%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
31%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Graduation Rate
96%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Scarlet, Silver
School Mascot
Wolf
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Luther King Jr. High School's ranking?
Martin Luther King Jr. High School is ranked #1513 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Martin Luther King Jr. High School often compared to?
Martin Luther King Jr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Polytechnic High School, Citrus Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Martin Luther King Jr. High School?
The graduation rate of Martin Luther King Jr. High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Martin Luther King Jr. High School?
2,699 students attend Martin Luther King Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Martin Luther King Jr. High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martin Luther King Jr. High School?
Martin Luther King Jr. High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Martin Luther King Jr. High School offer ?
Martin Luther King Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Martin Luther King Jr. High School part of?
Martin Luther King Jr. High School is part of Riverside Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Martin Luther King Jr. High School located?
Martin Luther King Jr. High School is located in the Orangecrest neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Orangecrest.
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