Dr. Martin Luther King Charter School for Sci Tech

Dr. Martin Luther King Charter School for Science and Technology serves 882 students from prekindergarten through 12th grade in New Orleans' 70117 zip code. With 59 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14.9:1, providing relatively small class sizes for individualized attention.

As a public charter school focused on science and technology, the school is working to build its academic programs with significant room for growth. Currently, 17% of students demonstrate proficiency in English Language Arts and 9% in mathematics across grade levels. The school ranks in the 7th percentile statewide, placing it among Louisiana schools that are actively developing their educational outcomes.

The school draws from a diverse urban community where the median household income is $37,472 and about one-third of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. With a poverty rate of 28.3% in the surrounding area, the school serves many students who face economic challenges, making its comprehensive PK-12 structure particularly valuable for families seeking educational continuity. Located on Fats Domino Avenue, Dr.

Martin Luther King Charter School sits in the heart of New Orleans, providing students with access to the cultural richness and opportunities that come with attending school in Louisiana's largest city.

Dr. Martin Luther King Charter School for Sci Tech is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.