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#4105 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 43% in state
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle
Middle School · Hayward Unified
PO Box 5000, Hayward, CA 94540
Enrollment
703
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
703
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,105 of 9,539
In Hayward
#7 of 36
public schools
In district
#7 of 28
Hayward Unified
Academic performance
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Martin Luther King Jr. Middle
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About Martin Luther King Jr. Middle
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle is a public middle school in Hayward, CA, part of Hayward Unified. Martin Luther King Jr.
Middle serves approximately 703 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 22.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,105 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Martin Luther King Jr. Middle show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle runs 22.7:1 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.
35% of students at Martin Luther King Jr. Middle 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. Middle — Students at Martin Luther King Jr. Middle score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.1%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.
How Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Compares
See how Martin Luther King Jr. Middle 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
PO Box 5000, Hayward, CA 94540
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Martin Luther King Jr. Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Southgate Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hayward Collegiate Charter (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Hollister), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Anthony W. Ochoa Middle (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hayward, see our Hayward schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Southgate Elementary Hayward | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Eldridge Elementary Hayward | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Schafer Park Elementary Hayward | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Palma Ceia Elementary Hayward | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Mt. Eden High Hayward | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Montessori Children's House of Hayward Hayward | 0.7 mi | — |
| Impact Academy of Arts & Technology Oakland | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Leadership Public Schools - Hayward Oakland | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| St. Bede School Hayward | 0.7 mi | — |
| ST BEDE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hayward | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Lorin A. Eden Elementary Hayward | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Glassbrook Elementary Hayward | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Bayside Seventh-day Adventist Christian Hayward | 0.8 mi | — |
| BAYSIDE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hayward | 0.8 mi | — |
| Eden Gardens Elementary Hayward | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Tyrrell Elementary Hayward | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Hayward Collegiate Charter Hollister | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF HAYWARD Hayward | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Anthony W. Ochoa Middle Hayward | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Ruus Elementary Hayward | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
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|---|---|
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| Charlotte Wood Middle Danville, CA | 6.7 |
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| Del Dios Academy of Arts and Sciences Escondido, CA | 6.7 |
| Heber Heber, CA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Martin Luther King Jr. Middle
What grades does Martin Luther King Jr. Middle serve?
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Martin Luther King Jr. Middle?
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle has an enrollment of approximately 703 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King Jr. Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King Jr. Middle is 22.7:1. 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. Middle rank in CA?
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle ranks #4,105 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Martin Luther King Jr. Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Jr. Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Martin Luther King Jr. Middle has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Martin Luther King Jr. Middle a charter school?
No, Martin Luther King Jr. Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Martin Luther King Jr. Middle a Title I school?
No, Martin Luther King Jr. Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Martin Luther King Jr. Middle?
87.1% of students at Martin Luther King Jr. 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 703
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.0%
- Phone
- (510) 723-3120
Resources & Links
District
Hayward Unified- District Enrollment
- 17,631
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,775
- District Rank
- #7 of 28
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