Martin L King Middle School serves 283 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 was lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
283 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
6%
34%
Black
94%
14%
White
n/a
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Martin L King Middle School?
283 students attend Martin L King Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Martin L King Middle School students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martin L King Middle School?
Martin L King Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Martin L King Middle School offer ?
Martin L King Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Martin L King Middle School part of?
Martin L King Middle School is part of Trenton Public School District.
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