Serving 340 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Martin Luther King Junior ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher 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 79% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Martin Luther King Jr. School's attendance zone covers the entire Cambridge, MA school district, encompassing an area of approximately 7.1 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes and an average distance of 1.8 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 3.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin Luther King Junior ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Martin Luther King Junior's student population of 340 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
340 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Martin Luther King Junior ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin Luther King Junior is 0.74, which is more 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
#26 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
37%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
27%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-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 Junior's ranking?
Martin Luther King Junior is ranked #26 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Martin Luther King Junior often compared to?
Martin Luther King Junioris often viewed alongside schools like Amigos School, John M Tobin by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Martin Luther King Junior?
340 students attend Martin Luther King Junior.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Martin Luther King Junior students are Asian, 27% of students are Two or more races, 21% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martin Luther King Junior?
Martin Luther King Junior has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Martin Luther King Junior offer ?
Martin Luther King Junior offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Martin Luther King Junior part of?
Martin Luther King Junior is part of Cambridge School District.
In what neighborhood is Martin Luther King Junior located?
Martin Luther King Junior is located in the Riverside neighborhood of Cambridge, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Riverside.
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