Below Average
#7463 of 9,539 schools in CA
Martin Luther King Jr.
Elementary School · Sacramento City Unified
480 Little River Way, Sacramento, CA 95831
Enrollment
327
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
327
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,463 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#115 of 198
public schools
In district
#38 of 71
Sacramento City Unified
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Martin Luther King Jr.
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About Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr. is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of Sacramento City Unified. Martin Luther King Jr. serves approximately 327 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Martin Luther King Jr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,463 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Martin Luther King Jr. show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Martin Luther King Jr. runs 21.8:1 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.
39% of students at Martin Luther King Jr. 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 Jr. — Students at Martin Luther King Jr. score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.
How Martin Luther King Jr. Compares
See how Martin Luther King Jr. 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
480 Little River Way, Sacramento, CA 95831
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Martin Luther King Jr. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sol Aureus College Preparatory (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROOKFIELD SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Genevieve Didion (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bergamo Montessori School Sacramento | 0.5 mi | — |
| Camellia Waldorf Sacramento | 0.4 mi | — |
| School of Engineering & Sciences Sacramento | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Matsuyama Elementary Sacramento | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| John F. Kennedy High Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Yav Pem Suab Academy - Preparing for the Future Charter Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Genevieve Didion Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Caroline Wenzel Elementary Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 1.9 |
| Sol Aureus College Preparatory Sacramento | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| BERGAMO MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| BROOKFIELD SCHOOL Sacramento | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Riverside School Inc., dba Brookfield School Sacramento | 2.0 mi | — |
| Pony Express Elementary Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Alice Birney Waldorf-Inspired Sacramento | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| John D. Sloat Elementary Sacramento | 2.3 mi | 3.7 |
| John Cabrillo Elementary Sacramento | 2.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Sam Brannan Middle Sacramento | 2.9 mi | 3.1 |
| John Bidwell Elementary Sacramento | 2.5 mi | 3.5 |
| New Technology High Sacramento | 2.9 mi | 6.6 |
| John Morse Therapeutic Center Sacramento | 2.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95831 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,509
Median Home Value
$619,800
Median Rent
$1,864/mo
Population
44,366
College Educated
50.8%
Homeownership
56.9%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
41.3
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| Adams Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.9 |
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| Alturas Elementary Alturas, CA | 4.9 |
| Anatola Avenue Elementary Lake Balboa, CA | 4.9 |
| Avondale Elementary La Mesa, CA | 4.9 |
| Baker Elementary San Diego, CA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Martin Luther King Jr.
What grades does Martin Luther King Jr. serve?
Martin Luther King Jr. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Martin Luther King Jr.?
Martin Luther King Jr. has an enrollment of approximately 327 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King Jr.?
The student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King Jr. is 21.8:1. 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 Jr. rank in CA?
Martin Luther King Jr. ranks #7,463 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Martin Luther King Jr.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Martin Luther King Jr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Martin Luther King Jr.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Martin Luther King Jr. has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Martin Luther King Jr. a charter school?
No, Martin Luther King Jr. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Martin Luther King Jr. a Title I school?
No, Martin Luther King Jr. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Martin Luther King Jr.?
71.3% of students at Martin Luther King Jr. 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
- 327
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.4%
- Phone
- (916) 395-4645
Resources & Links
District
Sacramento City Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,268
- Schools in District
- 73
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,892
- District Rank
- #38 of 71
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