Needs Improvement
#8801 of 9,539 schools in CA
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary
Elementary School · Santa Ana Unified
1001 South Graham Ln., Santa Ana, CA 92703
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,801 of 9,539
In Santa Ana
#69 of 73
public schools
In district
#48 of 51
Santa Ana Unified
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary
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About Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Ana, CA, part of Santa Ana Unified. Martin Luther King Jr.
Elementary serves approximately 485 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #8,801 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary runs 20.2:1 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 Jr. Elementary — Students at Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 1.7/10.
How Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary Compares
See how 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
1001 South Graham Ln., Santa Ana, CA 92703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Heroes Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is George Washington Carver Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Martin Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Ana, see our Santa Ana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pio Pico Elementary Santa Ana | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Martin Elementary Santa Ana | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Lorin Griset Academy Santa Ana | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Mater Dei High School Santa Ana | 0.6 mi | — |
| Lowell Elementary Santa Ana | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Monte Vista Elementary Santa Ana | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| George Washington Carver Elementary Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Gerald P. Carr Intermediate Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Cristo Rey Orange County High School Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | — |
| Santa Ana High Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Carl Harvey Elementary Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Diamond Elementary Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Franklin Elementary Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Heroes Elementary Santa Ana | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Martin R. Heninger Elementary Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Nova Academy Early College High Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| ST ANNE SCHOOL Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Valley High Santa Ana | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,817
Median Home Value
$585,900
Median Rent
$1,922/mo
Population
62,223
College Educated
13.4%
Homeownership
48.7%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
34.8
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|---|---|
| Anna M. Glazier Elementary Norwalk, CA | 3.8 |
| April Lane Elementary Yuba City, CA | 3.8 |
| August Schilling Elementary Newark, CA | 3.8 |
| Barton Elementary San Bernardino, CA | 3.8 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Oakland, CA | 3.8 |
| Bradley Elementary Watsonville, CA | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary
What grades does Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary serve?
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary?
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 485 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary is 20.2:1. 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. Elementary rank in CA?
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary ranks #8,801 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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. Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary a charter school?
No, Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary a Title I school?
No, Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary?
87.2% of students at 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 485
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.5%
- Phone
- (714) 972-6000
Resources & Links
District
Santa Ana Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,031
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,309
- District Rank
- #48 of 51
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