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#3644 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 38% in state
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary
Elementary School · Bakersfield City
1100 Citadel St., Bakersfield, CA 93307
Enrollment
676
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
676
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,644 of 9,539
In Bakersfield
#39 of 145
public schools
In district
#7 of 44
Bakersfield City
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary
Elementary School in Bakersfield · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary is a public elementary school in Bakersfield, CA, part of Bakersfield City.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary serves approximately 676 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,644 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary 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.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary runs 20.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
51% of students at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary 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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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary — Students at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary Compares
See how Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary 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
1100 Citadel St., Bakersfield, CA 93307
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bessie E. Owens Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Leo G. Pauly Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Frank West Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bakersfield, see our Bakersfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Casa Loma Elementary Bakersfield | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Fremont Elementary Bakersfield | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Bessie E. Owens Elementary Bakersfield | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Sequoia Jr. High Bakersfield | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Wayside Elementary Bakersfield | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Vista Continuation High Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| McKinley Elementary Bakersfield | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL Bakersfield | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Leo G. Pauly Elementary Bakersfield | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Emerson Middle Bakersfield | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Abraham Lincoln Jr. High Bakersfield | 1.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Tierra Del Sol Continuation High Bakersfield | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Mt. Vernon Elementary Bakersfield | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| AGAPELAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bakersfield | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| South High Bakersfield | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Rafer Johnson Bakersfield | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN Bakersfield | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Prosperity Elementary Bakersfield | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Williams Elementary Bakersfield | 2.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Frank West Elementary Bakersfield | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93307 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,572
Median Home Value
$238,400
Median Rent
$1,195/mo
Population
88,233
College Educated
7%
Homeownership
46.9%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
24.9%
Median Age
27.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASCEND Oakland, CA | 6.9 |
| Alamos Elementary Murrieta, CA | 6.9 |
| Audubon K-8 San Diego, CA | 6.9 |
| Bonsall Elementary Bonsall, CA | 6.9 |
| Brookside Elementary Beaumont, CA | 6.9 |
| Browns Valley Elementary Vacaville, CA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary
What grades does Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary serve?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 676 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary rank in CA?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary ranks #3,644 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary a charter school?
No, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary a Title I school?
No, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary?
96.2% of students at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 676
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kern County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.2%
- Phone
- (661) 631-5229
Resources & Links
District
Bakersfield City- District Enrollment
- 28,761
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,155
- District Rank
- #7 of 44
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