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Martin Luther King Elementary School
Elementary School · WYANDANCH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
792 MOUNT AVE, Wyandanch, NY 11798
Enrollment
614
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
614
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,522 of 4,742
In Wyandanch
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
WYANDANCH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Martin Luther King Elementary School
Martin Luther King Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wyandanch, NY, part of WYANDANCH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Martin Luther King Elementary School serves approximately 614 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Martin Luther King Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,522 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Martin Luther King Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Martin Luther King Elementary 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.
50% of students at Martin Luther King Elementary 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 Elementary School — Students at Martin Luther King Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY 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: 6.4/10.
How Martin Luther King Elementary School Compares
See how Martin Luther King Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
792 MOUNT AVE, Wyandanch, NY 11798
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Martin Luther King Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PAUMANOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Dix Hills), which scores notably higher. Another option is SANTAPOGUE SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby West Babylon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MAY MOORE PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Deer Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wyandanch, see our Wyandanch schools guide .
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Martin Luther King Elementary School
What grades does Martin Luther King Elementary School serve?
Martin Luther King Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Martin Luther King Elementary School?
Martin Luther King Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 614 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King Elementary School is 14.6:1. 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 Elementary School rank in NY?
Martin Luther King Elementary School ranks #3,522 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Martin Luther King Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Martin Luther King Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Martin Luther King Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Martin Luther King Elementary School a charter school?
No, Martin Luther King Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Martin Luther King Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Martin Luther King Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Martin Luther King Elementary School?
83.4% of students at Martin Luther King 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 614
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.2%
- Phone
- (631) 870-0555
Resources & Links
District
WYANDANCH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,770
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,070
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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