Below Average
#3047 of 3,778 schools in FL
Martha B. King Middle School
Middle School · MANATEE
600 75TH ST NW, Bradenton, FL 34209
Enrollment
872
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
872
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,047 of 3,778
In Bradenton
#42 of 48
public schools
In district
#64 of 71
MANATEE
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Martha B. King Middle School
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About Martha B. King Middle School
Martha B. King Middle School is a public middle school in Bradenton, FL, part of MANATEE. Martha B.
King Middle School serves approximately 872 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Martha B. King Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,047 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Martha B. King Middle School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at Martha B. King 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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Martha B. King Middle School — Students at Martha B. King Middle School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL 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 Martha B. King Middle School Compares
See how Martha B. King Middle School 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
600 75TH ST NW, Bradenton, FL 34209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Martha B. King Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. OASIS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JUST FOR GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, W. D. SUGG MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.1/10, 2.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bradenton, see our Bradenton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PALMA SOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton | 0.4 mi | 9.3 |
| IDA M. STEWART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton | 0.5 mi | 9.7 |
| OASIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Bradenton | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| AVE MARIA UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL INC Bradenton | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| SEA BREEZE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| JESSIE P. MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Bradenton | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Bradenton | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| INSPIRATION ACADEMY Bradenton | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| POTTER'S WHEEL ACADEMY Bradenton | 2.8 mi | — |
| W. D. SUGG MIDDLE SCHOOL Bradenton | 2.8 mi | 4.1 |
| EDISON ACADEMICS Bradenton | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| DBA-SUNSHINE ACADEMY Bradenton | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| H. S. MOODY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton | 2.9 mi | 5.5 |
| MANATEE HIGH SCHOOL Bradenton | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| BRADENTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bradenton | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
| ROBERT H. PRINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palmetto | 3.5 mi | 8.2 |
| MANATEE SCHOOL OF ARTS/SCIENCES Bradenton | 3.7 mi | 6.4 |
| JUST FOR GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Bradenton | 3.6 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,829
Median Home Value
$357,300
Median Rent
$1,847/mo
Population
33,586
College Educated
35.7%
Homeownership
79.3%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
58.1
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| ATTUCKS MIDDLE SCHOOL Hollywood, FL | 4.7 |
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| DR. DAVID L. ANDERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Stuart, FL | 4.7 |
| FORT MYERS MIDDLE ACADEMY Fort Myers, FL | 4.7 |
| JOSE DE DIEGO MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami, FL | 4.7 |
| PASCO MIDDLE SCHOOL Dade City, FL | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Martha B. King Middle School
What grades does Martha B. King Middle School serve?
Martha B. King Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Martha B. King Middle School?
Martha B. King Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 872 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Martha B. King Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Martha B. King Middle School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Martha B. King Middle School rank in FL?
Martha B. King Middle School ranks #3,047 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Martha B. King Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Martha B. King Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Martha B. King Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Martha B. King Middle School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Martha B. King Middle School a charter school?
No, Martha B. King Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Martha B. King Middle School a Title I school?
No, Martha B. King Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Martha B. King Middle School?
64.8% of students at Martha B. King 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
- 872
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Manatee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.8%
- Phone
- (941) 798-6820
Resources & Links
District
MANATEE- District Enrollment
- 52,895
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,381
- District Rank
- #64 of 71
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