Serving 1,027 students in grades 6-12, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,027 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College's student population of 1,027 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,027 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1591 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
59%
37%
Black
21%
5%
White
4%
49%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.1%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College's ranking?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College is ranked #1591 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College often compared to?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Dsst Green Valley Ranch High School, Vista Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College?
The graduation rate of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College is 85-89%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College?
1,027 students attend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College offer ?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College part of?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College located?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College is located in the Northeast neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 39 other public schools located in Northeast.
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