Serving 467 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Martin L King Jr Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin L King Jr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Martin L King Jr Elementary School's student population of 467 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
467 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1985
School Motto
YOU MATTER: Each and every member of our team makes a difference.
School Rankings
Martin L King Jr Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin L King Jr Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#945 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
88%
31%
White
n/a
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Tuscaloosa City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin L King Jr Elementary School's ranking?
Martin L King Jr Elementary School is ranked #945 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Martin L King Jr Elementary School often compared to?
Martin L King Jr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Oakdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Martin L King Jr Elementary School?
467 students attend Martin L King Jr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Martin L King Jr Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martin L King Jr Elementary School?
Martin L King Jr Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Martin L King Jr Elementary School offer ?
Martin L King Jr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Martin L King Jr Elementary School part of?
Martin L King Jr Elementary School is part of Tuscaloosa City School District.
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