Serving 354 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence's student population of 354 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
354 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
“Intelligence plus character – that is the goal of true education.”
School Rankings
Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1561 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
67%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence's ranking?
Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence is ranked #1561 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence often compared to?
Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellenceis often viewed alongside schools like Springfield Preparatory Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence?
354 students attend Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence?
Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence offer ?
Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence part of?
Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence is part of Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence School District.
In what neighborhood is Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence located?
Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence is located in the East Forest Park neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in East Forest Park.
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