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#4482 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 47% in state
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
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
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
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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%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 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.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 27% (2019) to 21.26% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 34% (2019) to 30.62% (2024).
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 miNeighborhood 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.
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| Berrendos Middle Red Bluff, CA | 6.5 |
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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
- Phone
- (415) 330-1500
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #64 of 103
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