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#7052 of 9,539 schools in CA
Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy
Middle School · Twin Rivers Unified
3051 Fairfield St., Sacramento, CA 95815
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,052 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#104 of 198
public schools
In district
#28 of 43
Twin Rivers Unified
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy
Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy is a public middle school in Sacramento, CA, part of Twin Rivers Unified. Martin Luther King Jr.
Technology Academy serves approximately 514 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,052 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy runs 21.4:1 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.
51% of students at Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy 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. Technology Academy — Students at Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 7.7/10.
How Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy Compares
See how Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy 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
3051 Fairfield St., Sacramento, CA 95815
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. New Hope Charter (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Keema School for Independent Study (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Smythe Academy of Arts and Sciences (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Las Palmas Elementary Sacramento | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Fairbanks Elementary Sacramento | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Del Paso Heights Elementary Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Nehemiah Christian Academy Sacramento | 0.7 mi | — |
| Northwood Elementary Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Hagginwood Elementary Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Woodlake Elementary Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Grant Union High Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| MORE LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| More Life Christian Academy Sacrament | 1.3 mi | — |
| Highlands Community Charter Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 2.3 |
| California Innovative Career Academy Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 2.5 |
| Keema School for Independent Study Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Taylor Street Elementary Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| New Hope Charter Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Glenwood Elementary Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| 6900 WEST 4TH STREET Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Smythe Academy of Arts and Sciences Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Capital Innovations Academy Sacramento | 1.7 mi | — |
| CAPITAL INNOVATIONS ACADEMY Sacramento | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95815 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,590
Median Home Value
$298,400
Median Rent
$1,448/mo
Population
26,511
College Educated
16.9%
Homeownership
37.4%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Median Age
33.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy
What grades does Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy serve?
Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy?
Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy has an enrollment of approximately 514 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy is 21.4:1. 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. Technology Academy rank in CA?
Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy ranks #7,052 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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. Technology Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy a charter school?
No, Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy a Title I school?
No, Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy?
96.7% of students at Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 514
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.8%
- Phone
- (916) 566-3490
Resources & Links
District
Twin Rivers Unified- District Enrollment
- 24,386
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,322
- District Rank
- #28 of 43
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