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#290 of 992 private schools in NY

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Martin Luther School

High School

6002 MASPETH AVE, Maspeth, NY 11378

Private

Enrollment

199

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

6.9

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

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Martin Luther School

6.9/10

High School in Maspeth · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

PS 153 Maspeth Elementary

6.8/10

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PS 9

4.1/10

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About Martin Luther School

Martin Luther School is a private high school in Maspeth, NY. Martin Luther School serves approximately 199 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Martin Luther School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #290 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it comparesOn par with NY schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

At 199 students, Martin Luther School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Martin Luther School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Martin Luther School compares to the 4 public schools in Maspeth, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
This School
vs
11.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
199
This School
vs
967
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 33.7% vs 0%
White 32.2% vs 0%
Black 13.6% vs 0%
Asian 8.5% vs 0%
Martin Luther School Maspeth Public Avg

All Schools in Maspeth

School Rating
Martin Luther School (this school) 6.9
PS 9 4.1
PS 153 MASPETH ELEMENTARY 6.8
IS 73 FRANK SANSIVIERI INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (THE) 6.9
PS 58 SCHOOL OF HEROES (THE) 6.4

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 5.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 74%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 199
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NY

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Hispanic 33.7%
White 32.2%
Black 13.6%
Two or More 12.1%
Asian 8.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6002 MASPETH AVE, Maspeth, NY 11378

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Martin Luther School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MASPETH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Elmhurst), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GROVER CLEVELAND HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Ridgewood), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Maspeth, see our Maspeth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 153 MASPETH ELEMENTARY Maspeth 0.5 mi 6.8
PS 9 Maspeth 0.5 mi 4.1
ACE ACADEMY FOR SCHOLARS AT THE GERALDINE FERRARO CAMPUS Ridgewood 0.7 mi 7.9
PS 71 FOREST Ridgewood 0.8 mi 4.2
GROVER CLEVELAND HIGH SCHOOL Ridgewood 0.8 mi 6.3
NOTRE DAME CATHOLIC ACADEMY Ridgewood 0.8 mi 5.7
IS 73 FRANK SANSIVIERI INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (THE) Maspeth 0.8 mi 6.9
PS 229 EMANUEL KAPLAN Woodside 0.9 mi 6.9
PS 58 SCHOOL OF HEROES (THE) Maspeth 0.9 mi 6.4
IS 93 RIDGEWOOD Ridgewood 1.2 mi 6.1
LEARNERS AND LEADERS Glendale 1.2 mi 7.3
ABC PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN CENTER Woodside 1.2 mi
OUR LADY OF HOPE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Middle Village 1.0 mi 4.2
MASPETH HIGH SCHOOL Elmhurst 1.1 mi 8.0
RAZI SCHOOL Woodside 1.4 mi 8.6
PS 81 JEAN PAUL RICHTER Glendale 1.4 mi 5.0
TIEGERMAN SCHOOL AT WOODSIDE Woodside 1.3 mi 8.3
RIVERVIEW SCHOOL (THE) Woodside 1.3 mi 3.7
ST MATTHIAS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Ridgewood 1.4 mi 6.4
PS 88 SENECA Ridgewood 1.4 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11378 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,762

Median Home Value

$832,700

Median Rent

$1,932/mo

Population

37,828

College Educated

26.2%

Homeownership

53.5%

Avg Commute

41.6 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

41.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Martin Luther School

What grades does Martin Luther School serve?

Martin Luther School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Martin Luther School?

Martin Luther School has an enrollment of approximately 199 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther School?

The student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Martin Luther School rank in NY?

Martin Luther School ranks #290 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Martin Luther School's MySchoolScout rating?

Martin Luther School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Martin Luther School a private school?

Yes, Martin Luther School is a private coeducational school with a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Martin Luther School a religious school?

Martin Luther School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
86 Very Walkable
Transit Score
65 Good Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
199
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County

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