Serving 500 students in grades 6-8, Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Martin Luther King Jr. Middle serves the east part of Richmond, VA, covering an area of approximately 6.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School's student population of 500 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
500 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
School Motto
I Am King
School Rankings
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1773 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)7%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
92%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School's ranking?
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School is ranked #1773 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School often compared to?
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Military Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School?
500 students attend Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School?
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School offer ?
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School part of?
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School is part of Richmond City School District.
In what neighborhood is Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School located?
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School is located in the East End neighborhood of Richmond, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in East End.
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