Very Good
#2080 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 22% in state
Martin Luther King Elementary
Elementary School · Compton Unified
2270 East 122nd St., Compton, CA 90222
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,080 of 9,539
In Compton
#11 of 34
public schools
In district
#10 of 33
Compton Unified
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Martin Luther King Elementary
Martin Luther King Elementary is a public elementary school in Compton, CA, part of Compton Unified. Martin Luther King Elementary serves approximately 337 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Martin Luther King Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,080 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Martin Luther King Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Martin Luther King Elementary runs 24.1:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Martin Luther King Elementary — Students at Martin Luther King Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 8.5/10.
How Martin Luther King Elementary Compares
See how Martin Luther King 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
2270 East 122nd St., Compton, CA 90222
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Martin Luther King Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ritter Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Jefferson Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Anderson Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Compton, see our Compton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bunche Middle Compton | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Los Angeles Computer Science Academy Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | — |
| Anderson Elementary Compton | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| ISANA Achernar Academy Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Willowbrook Middle Compton | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Compton Early College High Compton | 0.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Jefferson Elementary Compton | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Ritter Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| SUNSHINE PRESCHOOL& KINDERGARTEN Lynwood | 0.8 mi | — |
| Grape Street Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| King/Drew Medical Magnet High Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Lindbergh Elementary Lynwood | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Rosecrans Elementary Compton | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Washington Elementary Compton | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary Lynwood | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Ronald E. McNair Elementary Compton | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Dickison Elementary Compton | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Alliance Cindy and Bill Simon Technology Academy High Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Lovelia P. Flournoy Elementary Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Carver Elementary Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90222 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,467
Median Home Value
$552,000
Median Rent
$1,485/mo
Population
32,173
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
52.9%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
32.7
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|---|---|
| Alamo Elementary Alamo, CA | 7.7 |
| Arete Charter Academy Grass Valley, CA | 7.7 |
| Aspire Firestone Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 7.7 |
| Atwater Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 7.7 |
| Burbank Boulevard Elementary North Hollywood, CA | 7.7 |
| Carl Hankey Elementary Mission Viejo, CA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Martin Luther King Elementary
What grades does Martin Luther King Elementary serve?
Martin Luther King Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Martin Luther King Elementary?
Martin Luther King Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 337 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King Elementary is 24.1:1. 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 Elementary rank in CA?
Martin Luther King Elementary ranks #2,080 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Martin Luther King Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Martin Luther King Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Martin Luther King Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Martin Luther King Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Martin Luther King Elementary a charter school?
No, Martin Luther King Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Martin Luther King Elementary a Title I school?
No, Martin Luther King Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Martin Luther King Elementary?
95.8% of students at Martin Luther King 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 337
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.4%
- Phone
- (310) 898-6430
Resources & Links
District
Compton Unified- District Enrollment
- 16,738
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,415
- District Rank
- #10 of 33
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