Very Good
#649 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 29% in state
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School
Elementary School · Seattle School District No. 1
6725 45 AVE S, Seattle, WA 98118
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#649 of 2,228
In Seattle
#72 of 123
public schools
In district
#69 of 106
Seattle School District No. 1
School environment
9.0 / 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 Seattle, WA, part of Seattle School District No. 1. Martin Luther King Jr.
Elementary School serves approximately 281 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #649 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 8.2
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
41% 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 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.
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
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
6725 45 AVE S, Seattle, WA 98118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hawthorne Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dearborn Park International School (rated 9.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dunlap Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rainier Valley Leadership Academy Seattle | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Aki Kurose Middle School Seattle | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| DERECH EMUNAH Seattle | 0.4 mi | — |
| DERECH EMUNAH DBA SEATTLE JEWISH GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Seattle | 0.4 mi | — |
| SEATTLE NATIVITY SCHOOL Seattle | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Graham Hill Elementary School Seattle | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Orca K-8 School Seattle | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Wing Luke Elementary School Seattle | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| TORAH ACADEMY OF THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST Seattle | 0.9 mi | — |
| Dunlap Elementary School Seattle | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Rising Star Elementary School Seattle | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Alan T. Sugiyama High School Seattle | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| South Shore PK-8 School Seattle | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Interagency Open Doors Seattle | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Rainier Beach High School Seattle | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Dearborn Park International School Seattle | 1.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School Seattle | 1.7 mi | 9.6 |
| Raisbeck Aviation High School Tukwila | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Emerson Elementary School Seattle | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| THE LAKE AND PARK SCHOOL Seattle | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,085
Median Home Value
$746,400
Median Rent
$1,831/mo
Population
49,560
College Educated
49%
Homeownership
57.5%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
38
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adams Elementary Spokane, WA | 7.4 |
| Columbia River Gorge Elementary School Washougal, WA | 7.4 |
| Fairmount Park Elementary School Seattle, WA | 7.4 |
| Impact | Salish Sea Elementary Tukwila, WA | 7.4 |
| Riverside Elementary Chattaroy, WA | 7.4 |
| VILLA ACADEMY Seattle, WA | 7.4 |
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 Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School?
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 281 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 14.1:1. 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 WA?
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School ranks #649 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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?
72.2% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 281
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.3%
- Phone
- (206) 252-6770
Resources & Links
District
Seattle School District No. 1- District Enrollment
- 50,770
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,806
- District Rank
- #69 of 106
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