Serving 572 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Martin Luther King 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 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin Luther King ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Martin Luther King's student population of 572 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
572 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Tue. May 26, 2026
School Rankings
Martin Luther King 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 is 0.31, which is less 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
#9112 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
83%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Luther King's ranking?
Martin Luther King is ranked #9112 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Martin Luther King often compared to?
Martin Luther Kingis often viewed alongside schools like Ord Terrace Elementary School, Bay View Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Martin Luther King?
572 students attend Martin Luther King.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Martin Luther King students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martin Luther King?
Martin Luther King has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Martin Luther King offer ?
Martin Luther King offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Martin Luther King part of?
Martin Luther King is part of Monterey Peninsula Unified School District.
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