Serving 1,098 students in grades 6-8, Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,098 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Martin Luther King Jr. Middle serves the southeast part of Oceanside, CA, covering an area of approximately 10.9 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 2.1 miles and the furthest edge located 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School's student population of 1,098 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,098 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
'We inspire and empower our students to become compassionate, confident, and lifelong learners who make a positive impact in their communities and the world.'
School Rankings
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School ranks within the top 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. Middle School is 0.65, 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
#3451 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
54%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. 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. Middle School's ranking?
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School is ranked #3451 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School often compared to?
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cesar Chavez Middle School, Madison Middle School, Lincoln Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School?
1,098 students attend Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School?
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School offer ?
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School part of?
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School is part of Oceanside Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School located?
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School is located in the Ivey Ranch And Rancho Del Oro neighborhood of Oceanside, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Ivey Ranch And Rancho Del Oro.
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