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#2366 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 50% in state
Martin Luther King JR Elementary School
Elementary School · UTICA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
211 SQUARE ST, Utica, NY 13501
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,366 of 4,742
In Utica
#4 of 14
public schools
In district
#3 of 13
UTICA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Martin Luther King JR Elementary School
Martin Luther King JR Elementary School is a public elementary school in Utica, NY, part of UTICA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Martin Luther King JR Elementary School serves approximately 298 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Martin Luther King JR Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,366 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Martin Luther King JR Elementary School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Martin Luther King JR 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.
53% of students at Martin Luther King JR 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 JR Elementary School — Students at Martin Luther King JR Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 8.3/10.
How Martin Luther King JR Elementary School Compares
See how Martin Luther King JR Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
211 SQUARE ST, Utica, NY 13501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Martin Luther King JR Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HUGHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby New Hartford), which scores notably higher. Another option is NOTRE DAME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DEERFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Utica, see our Utica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,771
Median Home Value
$136,100
Median Rent
$865/mo
Population
40,235
College Educated
21.9%
Homeownership
50.2%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
29.2%
Median Age
33.9
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| ACADEMY STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bayport, NY | 6.3 |
| ANDREW J SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Union Springs, NY | 6.3 |
| BARDONIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bardonia, NY | 6.3 |
| BUCHANAN-VERPLANCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buchanan, NY | 6.3 |
| CAROLINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Slaterville Springs, NY | 6.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Martin Luther King JR Elementary School
What grades does Martin Luther King JR Elementary School serve?
Martin Luther King JR Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Martin Luther King JR Elementary School?
Martin Luther King JR Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 298 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King JR Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King JR Elementary School is 11:1. 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 Elementary School rank in NY?
Martin Luther King JR Elementary School ranks #2,366 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Martin Luther King JR Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Martin Luther King JR Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Martin Luther King JR Elementary School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Martin Luther King JR Elementary School a charter school?
No, Martin Luther King JR Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Martin Luther King JR Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Martin Luther King JR Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Martin Luther King JR Elementary School?
89.3% of students at Martin Luther King JR 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 298
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Oneida County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.4%
- Phone
- (315) 368-6721
Resources & Links
District
UTICA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 9,329
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,812
- District Rank
- #3 of 13
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