Very Good
#750 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 37% in state
Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center
Elementary School · Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)
4615 S 22ND ST, Phoenix, AZ 85040
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#750 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#137 of 422
public schools
In district
#2 of 18
Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center
Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Roosevelt Elementary District (4279). Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center serves approximately 218 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #750 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 5.3
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
57% of students at Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center 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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Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center — Students at Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 12 test records from AZ 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: 8.1/10.
How Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4615 S 22ND ST, Phoenix, AZ 85040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. George Gervin Prep Academy (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Tempe), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Irene Lopez School (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, T G Barr School (rated 6.5/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,890
Median Home Value
$294,800
Median Rent
$1,193/mo
Population
33,325
College Educated
14.6%
Homeownership
47.6%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
23.1%
Median Age
30.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center
What grades does Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center serve?
Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center?
Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 218 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center rank in AZ?
Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center ranks #750 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 218
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.9%
- Phone
- (602) 232-4910
Resources & Links
District
Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)- District Enrollment
- 7,274
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,789
- District Rank
- #2 of 18
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