Martin Luther King Elementary School

Martin Luther King Elementary School serves 491 students in grades 4 and 5 in Piscataway, New Jersey. With 36 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 13.6:1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranking #370 out of 2,475 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 85th percentile.

Students show particular strength in English Language Arts, with 63% achieving proficiency or above across the grades served. Mathematics performance shows room for growth, with 47% of students meeting proficiency standards. Located on Ludlow Street in a large suburban setting, the school serves a well-educated community where half of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The surrounding neighborhood reflects stability and educational investment, with a median household income of $123,236 and median home values of $403,100. The low poverty rate of 5.3% in the 08854 zip code area supports a learning environment where families can actively participate in their children's education. Martin Luther King Elementary operates within Piscataway's commitment to providing quality education in a supportive suburban community setting.