Below Average
#2085 of 2,268 schools in GA
Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School
Elementary School · Clayton County
5745 W Lees Mill Rd, College Park, GA 30349
Enrollment
541
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
541
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In College Park
#16 of 19
public schools
Georgia elementary schools
#1,215 of 1,301
In district
#50 of 66
Clayton County
About Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School is a regular public elementary school in College Park, Georgia, part of the larger suburban area of Clayton County. The school serves students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade and has an enrollment of 541 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.9:1.
Teachers are dedicated professionals working to support each child’s learning journey. The academic performance at Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School shows room for improvement, as indicated by the MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 out of 10 and a state ranking of 2233 out of 2271 schools in Georgia.
On average, only 18% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 14% are proficient or above in Math. While the school faces challenges academically, it remains an integral part of the College Park community. The setting offers a large suburban environment with plenty of opportunities for families to connect outside of school hours.
Score Breakdown
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Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School — Students at Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)
Based on 8 test records from GA 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: 4.1/10.
How Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School Compares
See how Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 20% (2019) to 12.8% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 24% (2019) to 12.8% (2024).
Location
5745 W Lees Mill Rd, College Park, GA 30349
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oliver Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Riverdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Northcutt Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fountain Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Forest Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in College Park, see our College Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30349 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,732
Median Home Value
$236,800
Median Rent
$1,323/mo
Population
78,597
College Educated
31.7%
Homeownership
58.3%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
33.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School has a median household income of $64,732. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $236,800, with a median rent of $1,323/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.1%. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School
What grades does Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School serve?
Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School?
Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 541 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School is 13.9:1. 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. Elementary School rank in GA?
Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School is ranked #2085 out of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School has a composite rating of 4.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School has 14.5% math proficiency and 18.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School a charter school?
No, Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School?
100.0% of students at Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary 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.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (8,731/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (College Park). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 541
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clayton County
- Phone
- (770) 991-4651
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Clayton County- District Enrollment
- 50,832
- Schools in District
- 67
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,609
- District Rank
- #50 of 66
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