Needs Improvement
#981 of 1,036 schools in AR
M.l. King Elementary School
Elementary School · LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT
907 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD, Little Rock, AR 72202
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#981 of 1,036
In Little Rock
#57 of 70
public schools
In district
#25 of 38
LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT
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M.l. King Elementary School
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About M.l. King Elementary School
M.l. King Elementary School is a public elementary school in Little Rock, AR, part of LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT. M.l.
King Elementary School serves approximately 382 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. M.l. King Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #981 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for M.l. King Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- AR avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at M.l. King Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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M.l. King Elementary School — Students at M.l. King Elementary School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from AR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.4/10.
How M.l. King Elementary School Compares
See how M.l. King Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
907 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD, Little Rock, AR 72202
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering M.l. King Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GIBBS MAGNET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IVY HILL PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTH LITTLE ROCK CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby North Little Rock), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Little Rock, see our Little Rock schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,167
Median Home Value
$246,900
Median Rent
$1,040/mo
Population
9,648
College Educated
48.6%
Homeownership
27.7%
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
38.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about M.l. King Elementary School
What grades does M.l. King Elementary School serve?
M.l. King Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend M.l. King Elementary School?
M.l. King Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 382 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at M.l. King Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at M.l. King Elementary School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does M.l. King Elementary School rank in AR?
M.l. King Elementary School ranks #981 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is M.l. King Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
M.l. King Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at M.l. King Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, M.l. King Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is M.l. King Elementary School a charter school?
No, M.l. King Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is M.l. King Elementary School a Title I school?
No, M.l. King Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for M.l. King Elementary School?
87.7% of students at M.l. King Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 382
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Pulaski County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.4%
- Phone
- (501) 447-5100
Resources & Links
District
LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 21,105
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,959
- District Rank
- #25 of 38
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