MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the El Centro Elementary school district, located in El Centro, CA with about 452 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 17 teachers, Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School is a public educational institution located in El Centro, California, serving students within the El Centro Elementary School District. Situated at 1950 Villa Ave., the school is committed to providing a foundational academic environment that fosters student growth, character development, and academic achievement. As part of the broader district mission, the school focuses on equipping young learners with the essential skills necessary for success in their future educational endeavors.

The school is deeply integrated into the El Centro community and emphasizes a supportive learning atmosphere where diversity is valued and academic standards are maintained. By utilizing resources provided by the El Centro Elementary School District, the school offers a curriculum designed to meet state educational requirements while addressing the unique needs of its student body. Parents and community members can access further information regarding school policies, academic calendars, and district-wide initiatives through the official website at [www.ecesd.org](http://www.ecesd.org).

For more information, contact Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary at (760) 337-6555 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.