MARTIN LUTHER KING JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

MARTIN LUTHER KING JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the DUVAL school district, located in JACKSONVILLE, FL with about 427 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 29 teachers, MARTIN LUTHER KING JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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, located in the Lake Forest neighborhood of Jacksonville, Florida, is a public school serving students as part of the Duval County Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment of academic excellence and personal growth, drawing inspiration from the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by emphasizing community, character development, and equal opportunity for all students. Its curriculum is designed to meet state educational standards while providing foundational learning experiences that prepare students for success in middle school and beyond.

The school serves as a central hub for the surrounding community, offering various resources and initiatives aimed at student engagement and family involvement. By utilizing the district’s comprehensive educational framework, the school focuses on literacy, mathematics, and science instruction, often supplemented by extracurricular programs. For the most up-to-date information regarding academic performance, enrollment processes, or specific school events, families and interested community members are encouraged to visit their official website at [duvalschools.org/mlking](http://www.duvalschools.org/mlking).

For more information, contact MARTIN LUTHER KING JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (904) 924-3027 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.