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King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle

Middle School · San Francisco Unified

350 Girard St., San Francisco, CA 94134

Enrollment

371

Student-Teacher

17.7:1

Score

6.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In San Francisco

#71 of 119

public schools

California middle schools

#640 of 1,349

In district

#64 of 103

San Francisco Unified

School environment

9.5 / 10

Exceptional

About King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle

King Jr. (Martin Luther) Academic Middle is a regular public middle school located in San Francisco, California, at 350 Girard St. Serving students from grade 6 through 8, the school has an enrollment of 371 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17.7:1 with 21 full-time equivalent teachers. The academic performance is currently in the lower half statewide, but King Jr.

Academic Middle continues to focus on student development and improvement. In reading and ELA, 31% of students are proficient or above, while in math, that figure stands at 22%. Despite these challenges, the school remains committed to supporting its diverse community of learners.

The school is situated in a bustling urban setting within San Francisco's vibrant city life, offering students access to cultural and educational resources unique to the area.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Above Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-0.92 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics4.7Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21.3%
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.6%
Math vs. State Avg-13.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.3 pts
Overall Proficiency26%
Expected (poverty-adj.)35%
vs. Expected-8.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment9.5Exceptional25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,682

King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle — Students at King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 22.4%
School
State
33.9%
ELA Proficiency 31.3%
School
State
46.6%

Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
27%
ELA
34%
2024
Math
21.3%
ELA
30.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.

How King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle Compares

See how King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
53th percentile in CA
Academic
4.7/10
4.7/10
Growth
6.3/10
Above average
Environment
9.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers

Location

350 Girard St., San Francisco, CA 94134

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Brown Jr. (Willie L) Middle (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORNERSTONE ACADEMY-CAMBRIDGE CAMPUS (rated 6.6/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Visitacion Valley Middle (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary San Francisco 0.1 mi 6.0
ALTA VISTA SCHOOL San Francisco 0.2 mi 8.2
Burton (Phillip and Sala) Academic High San Francisco 0.4 mi 8.7
Marshall (Thurgood) High San Francisco 0.6 mi 5.7
El Dorado Elementary San Francisco 0.6 mi 5.1
Brown Jr. (Willie L) Middle San Francisco 0.7 mi 8.4
KIPP Bayview Academy San Francisco 0.7 mi 4.2
CORNERSTONE ACADEMY-CAMBRIDGE CAMPUS San Francisco 0.7 mi 6.6
Drew (Charles) College Preparatory Academy San Francisco 0.7 mi 6.7
GOLDEN BRIDGES SCHOOL San Francisco 0.7 mi 8.4
Revere (Paul) Elementary San Francisco 0.8 mi 4.8
Cornerstone Academy–Cambridge Campus San Francisco 0.7 mi
CORNERSTONE ACADEMY San Francisco 0.7 mi 3.9
Hillcrest Elementary San Francisco 0.8 mi 2.7
Visitacion Valley Middle San Francisco 0.9 mi 6.4
Cornerstone Academy-Silver Campus San Francisco 0.8 mi
Visitacion Valley Elementary San Francisco 1.1 mi 6.1
KIPP Bayview Elementary San Francisco 1.1 mi 7.8
Our Lady of the Visitacion Elementary San Francisco 1.3 mi
Harte (Bret) Elementary San Francisco 1.1 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,566

Median Home Value

$1,064,100

Median Rent

$1,674/mo

Population

40,142

College Educated

29.9%

Homeownership

64.5%

Avg Commute

32.3 min

Poverty Rate

10.5%

Median Age

44.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle has a median household income of $107,566. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,064,100, with a median rent of $1,674/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.5%. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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School Rating
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Berrendos Middle Red Bluff, CA 6.5
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Izaak Walton Intermediate Garden Grove, CA 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle

What grades does King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle serve?

King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle?

King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle has an enrollment of approximately 371 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle rank in CA?

King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle is ranked #4482 out of 9,533 schools in CA.

What is King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle has a composite rating of 6.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle has 22.4% math proficiency and 31.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle a charter school?

No, King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle a Title I school?

No, King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle?

70.6% of students at King Jr. (martin Luther) Academic Middle 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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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (4,559/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Francisco). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
San Francisco County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

San Francisco Unified
District Enrollment
48,736
Schools in District
113
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,909
District Rank
#64 of 103

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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