Serving 503 students in grades 7-8, Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy 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 4% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (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.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy serves the southern part of Sacramento, CA, covering an area of approximately 6.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy's student population of 503 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
503 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy 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. Technology Academy 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
#9444 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
22%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Silver, & White
School Mascot
King, The Lion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy's ranking?
Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy is ranked #9444 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy?
503 students attend Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy?
Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy 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. Technology Academy offer ?
Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy part of?
Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy is part of Twin Rivers Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy located?
Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy is located in the North Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 39 other public schools located in North Sacramento.
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