Very Good
#1004 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 27% in state
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy
Elementary School · BROWARD
591 NW 31ST AVE, Lauderhill, FL 33311
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,004 of 3,778
In Lauderhill
#1 of 10
public schools
In district
#91 of 319
BROWARD
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy is a public elementary school in Lauderhill, FL, part of BROWARD.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy serves approximately 493 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,004 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori 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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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy — Students at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.3/10.
How Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy Compares
See how Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori 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
591 NW 31ST AVE, Lauderhill, FL 33311
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PLANTATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Plantation), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WESTWOOD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Fort Lauderdale), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SUPER SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Plantation), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lauderhill, see our Lauderhill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33311 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,918
Median Home Value
$276,600
Median Rent
$1,385/mo
Population
73,280
College Educated
17.9%
Homeownership
47.9%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
24.6%
Median Age
35.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy
What grades does Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy serve?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy has an enrollment of approximately 493 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy rank in FL?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy ranks #1,004 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy a charter school?
No, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy a Title I school?
No, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori Academy?
85.2% of students at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Montessori 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 493
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.9%
- Phone
- (754) 322-6550
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #91 of 319
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