Serving 899 students in grades 6-8, Martin Luther King Jr Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 899 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin Luther King Jr Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Martin Luther King Jr Middle School's student population of 899 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
899 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Martin Luther King Jr Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin Luther King Jr Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2560 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
61%
21%
Black
32%
25%
White
2%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Luther King Jr Middle School's ranking?
Martin Luther King Jr Middle School is ranked #2560 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Martin Luther King Jr Middle School often compared to?
Martin Luther King Jr Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sugar Creek Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Martin Luther King Jr Middle School?
899 students attend Martin Luther King Jr Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Martin Luther King Jr Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martin Luther King Jr Middle School?
Martin Luther King Jr Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Martin Luther King Jr Middle School offer ?
Martin Luther King Jr Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Martin Luther King Jr Middle School part of?
Martin Luther King Jr Middle School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Martin Luther King Jr Middle School located?
Martin Luther King Jr Middle School is located in the Hidden Valley neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Hidden Valley.
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