Martin Luther King Jr. Preschool serves 185 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin Luther King Jr. Preschool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Martin Luther King Jr. Preschool's student population of 185 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
185 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Martin Luther King Jr. Preschool is 0.19, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
90%
21%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Martin Luther King Jr. Preschool?
185 students attend Martin Luther King Jr. Preschool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Martin Luther King Jr. Preschool students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martin Luther King Jr. Preschool?
Martin Luther King Jr. Preschool has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Martin Luther King Jr. Preschool offer ?
Martin Luther King Jr. Preschool offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Martin Luther King Jr. Preschool part of?
Martin Luther King Jr. Preschool is part of Richmond City School District.
In what neighborhood is Martin Luther King Jr. Preschool located?
Martin Luther King Jr. Preschool is located in the East End neighborhood of Richmond, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in East End.
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