Serving 320 students in grades 1-4, Martin L King Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martin L King Elementary School's student population of 320 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
Total Students
320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Martin L King Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin L King Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3040 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Hispanic
43%
29%
Black
56%
16%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin L King Elementary School's ranking?
Martin L King Elementary School is ranked #3040 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Martin L King Elementary School?
320 students attend Martin L King Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Martin L King Elementary School students are Black, 43% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martin L King Elementary School?
Martin L King Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Martin L King Elementary School offer ?
Martin L King Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4
What school district is Martin L King Elementary School part of?
Martin L King Elementary School is part of W Harvey-Dixmoor PSD 147 School District.
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