Below Average
#2241 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School
Middle School · Asbury Park School District
1200 BANGS AVENUE, Asbury Park, NJ 07712
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,241 of 2,466
In Asbury Park
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Asbury Park School District
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School
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About Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School is a public middle school in Asbury Park, NJ, part of Asbury Park School District.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School serves approximately 287 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,241 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9:1 students to teachers, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School — Students at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from NJ 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: 4.9/10.
How Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School Compares
See how Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1200 BANGS AVENUE, Asbury Park, NJ 07712
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. THE SISTERS ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Neptune Middle School (rated 5.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Neptune), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Asbury Park, see our Asbury Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL Asbury Park | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| THE SISTERS ACADEMY Asbury Park | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Bradley Elementary School Asbury Park | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Midtown Community Elementary School Neptune | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Thurgood Marshall Elementary School Asbury Park | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Hope Academy Charter School Asbury Park | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Asbury Park High School Asbury Park | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Bradley Beach Elementary School Bradley Beach | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| LITTLE PEOPLE AT WORK Neptune | 0.9 mi | — |
| Neptune High School Neptune | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Monmouth County Academy of Allied Health and Science Neptune | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Wanamassa Elementary School Wanamassa | 1.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Neptune Middle School Neptune | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Gables Elementary School Neptune | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Woodrow Wilson Neptune City | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| SEARCH DAY PROGRAM INC. Ocean | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| ILAN HIGH SCHOOL Ocean | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Avon Elementary School Avon | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Deal Elementary School Deal | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| SCHROTH SCHOOL Wanamassa | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07712 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,691
Median Home Value
$578,300
Median Rent
$1,496/mo
Population
39,597
College Educated
48.8%
Homeownership
47.8%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
41.1
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| Johnstone Elementary School Vineland, NJ | 4.2 |
| Ezra L. Nolan School Jersey City, NJ | 4.3 |
| New Egypt Middle School New Egypt, NJ | 4.1 |
| Pine Hill Middle School Pine Hill, NJ | 4.1 |
| Hardyston Township Middle School Hamburg, NJ | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School
What grades does Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School serve?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 287 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School is 9:1. 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. Middle School rank in NJ?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School ranks #2,241 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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. Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School a charter school?
No, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School a Title I school?
No, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School?
55.1% of students at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 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
- 287
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monmouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.4%
- Phone
- (732) 776-2559
Resources & Links
District
Asbury Park School District- District Enrollment
- 1,456
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $52,456
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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