Dr. Martin Luther King Middle School serves 650 students in grades 7-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. Martin Luther King Middle School's student population of 650 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
650 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dr. Martin Luther King Middle School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Hispanic
65%
35%
Black
32%
14%
White
1%
37%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Dr. Martin Luther King Middle School?
650 students attend Dr. Martin Luther King Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Dr. Martin Luther King Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Martin Luther King Middle School?
Dr. Martin Luther King Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr. Martin Luther King Middle School offer ?
Dr. Martin Luther King Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Dr. Martin Luther King Middle School part of?
Dr. Martin Luther King Middle School is part of Trenton Public School District.
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