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M.l. King Jr. ES
Elementary School · OKLAHOMA CITY
1201 Northeast 48th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73111
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#1,384 of 1,750
In Oklahoma City
#102 of 137
public schools
In district
#44 of 57
OKLAHOMA CITY
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M.l. King Jr. ES
Elementary School in Oklahoma City · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About M.l. King Jr. ES
M.l. King Jr. ES is a public elementary school in Oklahoma City, OK, part of OKLAHOMA CITY.
M.l. King Jr. ES serves approximately 514 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio.
M.l. King Jr. ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,384 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for M.l. King Jr. ES show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- OK avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at M.l. King Jr. ES 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.
M.l. King Jr. ES runs 21.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
37% of students at M.l. King Jr. ES 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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M.l. King Jr. ES — Students at M.l. King Jr. ES score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from OK 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: 6.8/10.
How M.l. King Jr. ES Compares
See how M.l. King Jr. ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1201 Northeast 48th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering M.l. King Jr. ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILSON ES (rated 7.7/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP OKC COLLEGE PREP (rated 7.4/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PLEASANT HILL EC CTR (rated 7.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oklahoma City, see our Oklahoma City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| W.K Jackson Leadership Academy Oklahoma City | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| PARKVIEW ADVENTIST ACADEMY Oklahoma City | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| CLASSEN HS OF ADVANCED STUDIES Oklahoma City | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| THELMA R. PARKS ES Oklahoma City | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| LITTLE LIGHT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oklahoma City | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| MILLWOOD ARTS ACADEMY MS Oklahoma City | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| MILLWOOD ES Oklahoma City | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| MILLWOOD HS Oklahoma City | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| WESTMINSTER SCHOOL Oklahoma City | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| TRINITY SCHOOL Oklahoma City | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| MOON MS Oklahoma City | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| BISHOP MCGUINNESS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Oklahoma City | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| HARDING FINE ARTS ACADEMY Oklahoma City | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| WILSON ES Oklahoma City | 2.7 mi | 7.7 |
| KIPP OKC COLLEGE PREP Oklahoma City | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| BISHOP JOHN CARROLL SCHOOL Oklahoma City | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| DOUGLASS HS Oklahoma City | 3.2 mi | 5.1 |
| DOVE SCIENCE ACADEMY HS Oklahoma City | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
| THE ACADEMY OF CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN MIDTOWN CAMPUS Oklahoma City | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| PLEASANT HILL EC CTR Oklahoma City | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 73111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,739
Median Home Value
$109,500
Median Rent
$941/mo
Population
11,216
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
53.8%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
32.2%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ATOKA ES Atoka, OK | 5.1 |
| BLANCHARD INTERMEDIATE ES Blanchard, OK | 5.1 |
| BROADMOORE ES Moore, OK | 5.1 |
| EISENHOWER ES Norman, OK | 5.1 |
| HARTSHORNE ES Hartshorne, OK | 5.1 |
| JOHN ROSS ES Edmond, OK | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about M.l. King Jr. ES
What grades does M.l. King Jr. ES serve?
M.l. King Jr. ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend M.l. King Jr. ES?
M.l. King Jr. ES has an enrollment of approximately 514 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at M.l. King Jr. ES?
The student-teacher ratio at M.l. King Jr. ES is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does M.l. King Jr. ES rank in OK?
M.l. King Jr. ES ranks #1,384 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is M.l. King Jr. ES's MySchoolScout rating?
M.l. King Jr. ES 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 M.l. King Jr. ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, M.l. King Jr. ES has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is M.l. King Jr. ES a charter school?
No, M.l. King Jr. ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is M.l. King Jr. ES a Title I school?
No, M.l. King Jr. ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for M.l. King Jr. ES?
94.2% of students at M.l. King Jr. ES 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
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 514
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Oklahoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.6%
- Phone
- (405) 587-4000
Resources & Links
District
OKLAHOMA CITY- District Enrollment
- 32,899
- Schools in District
- 58
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,336
- District Rank
- #44 of 57
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