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#2101 of 3,192 schools in MI
Martin Luther King JR Senior High School
High School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
3200 EAST LAFAYETTE ST, Detroit, MI 48207
Enrollment
808
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
808
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,101 of 3,192
In Detroit
#119 of 178
public schools
In district
#89 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Martin Luther King JR Senior High School
Martin Luther King JR Senior High School is a public high school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Martin Luther King JR Senior High School serves approximately 808 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Martin Luther King JR Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,101 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Martin Luther King JR Senior High School show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Martin Luther King JR Senior High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Martin Luther King JR Senior High School runs 20.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
70% of students at Martin Luther King JR Senior High 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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Martin Luther King JR Senior High School — Students at Martin Luther King JR Senior High School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 12 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How Martin Luther King JR Senior High School Compares
See how Martin Luther King JR Senior High 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
3200 EAST LAFAYETTE ST, Detroit, MI 48207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Martin Luther King JR Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Cass Technical High School (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine (rated 6.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WAY Michigan (rated 6.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,561
Median Home Value
$193,800
Median Rent
$1,040/mo
Population
20,068
College Educated
35.5%
Homeownership
25.8%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
28.8%
Median Age
41.4
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| CarmanAinsworth High School Flint, MI | 5.6 |
| Cesar Chavez High School Detroit, MI | 5.6 |
| Escanaba JuniorSenior High School Escanaba, MI | 5.6 |
| Houghton Lake JrSr High School Houghton Lake, MI | 5.6 |
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| Fitzgerald Senior High School Warren, MI | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Martin Luther King JR Senior High School
What grades does Martin Luther King JR Senior High School serve?
Martin Luther King JR Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Martin Luther King JR Senior High School?
Martin Luther King JR Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 808 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King JR Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King JR Senior High School is 20.7:1. 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 Senior High School rank in MI?
Martin Luther King JR Senior High School ranks #2,101 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Martin Luther King JR Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Martin Luther King JR Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Martin Luther King JR Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Martin Luther King JR Senior High School has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021).
Is Martin Luther King JR Senior High School a charter school?
No, Martin Luther King JR Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Martin Luther King JR Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Martin Luther King JR Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Martin Luther King JR Senior High School?
72.8% of students at Martin Luther King JR Senior High 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 808
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 70.3%
- Phone
- (313) 494-7373
- 4-Year Graduation
- 68.0%
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #89 of 99
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