Below Average
#828 of 990 schools in CT
M. L. King Jr. Middle School
Middle School · Hartford School District
25 Ridgefield Street, Hartford, CT 06112
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#828 of 990
In Hartford
#20 of 42
public schools
In district
#19 of 39
Hartford School District
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M. L. King Jr. Middle School
Middle School in Hartford · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About M. L. King Jr. Middle School
M. L. King Jr.
Middle School is a public middle school in Hartford, CT, part of Hartford School District. M. L.
King Jr. Middle School serves approximately 187 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. M.
L. King Jr. Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #828 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for M. L. King Jr.
Middle School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- CT avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 187 students, M. L. King Jr. Middle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, M. L. King Jr. Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
39% of students at M. L. King Jr. Middle School 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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M. L. King Jr. Middle School — Students at M. L. King Jr. Middle School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.3/10.
How M. L. King Jr. Middle School Compares
See how M. L. King Jr. Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
25 Ridgefield Street, Hartford, CT 06112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering M. L. King Jr. Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Renzulli Gifted and Talented Academy (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TRINITY ACADEMY OF HARTFORD (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hartford, see our Hartford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Breakthrough Magnet School North Hartford | 0.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Achievement First Hartford Academy Hartford | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| HARTFORD ADVENTIST ACADEMY Hartford | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Wish Museum School Hartford | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| OAK HILL SCHOOL Hartford | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Rawson School Hartford | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| STEM Magnet at Annie Fisher School Hartford | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Montessori Magnet at Fisher School Hartford | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| EAGLE HOUSE EDUCATION PROGRAM Hartford | 0.6 mi | — |
| Classical Magnet School Hartford | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Renzulli Gifted and Talented Academy Hartford | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| West Middle School Hartford | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Jumoke Academy Hartford | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| University High School of Science and Engineering Hartford | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| WATKINSON SCHOOL Hartford | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| TRINITY ACADEMY OF HARTFORD Hartford | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| University of Hartford Magnet School West Hartford | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Global Communications Academy Hartford | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Hartford PreKindergarten Magnet School: North Campus Hartford | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Weaver High School Hartford | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,010
Median Home Value
$203,300
Median Rent
$1,229/mo
Population
21,918
College Educated
9.7%
Homeownership
40.2%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
22.2%
Median Age
30.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carmen Arace Middle School Bloomfield, CT | 4.3 |
| Dr. Helen Baldwin Middle School Canterbury, CT | 4.4 |
| Preston Plains School Preston, CT | 4.7 |
| Carmen Arace Intermediate School Bloomfield, CT | 4.8 |
| Thomaston Center School Thomaston, CT | 5.1 |
| ST AUGUSTINE ACADEMY Bridgeport, CT | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about M. L. King Jr. Middle School
What grades does M. L. King Jr. Middle School serve?
M. L. King Jr. Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend M. L. King Jr. Middle School?
M. L. King Jr. Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 187 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at M. L. King Jr. Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at M. L. King Jr. Middle School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does M. L. King Jr. Middle School rank in CT?
M. L. King Jr. Middle School ranks #828 of 990 schools in CT.
What is M. L. King Jr. Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
M. L. King Jr. Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 M. L. King Jr. Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, M. L. King Jr. Middle School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is M. L. King Jr. Middle School a charter school?
No, M. L. King Jr. Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is M. L. King Jr. Middle School a Title I school?
No, M. L. King Jr. Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for M. L. King Jr. Middle School?
89.3% of students at M. L. King Jr. Middle School 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 187
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 1
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.0%
- Phone
- (860) 695-3980
Resources & Links
District
Hartford School District- District Enrollment
- 16,839
- Schools in District
- 41
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,687
- District Rank
- #19 of 39
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