M L KING JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

M L King Jr Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Urbana SD 116 school district, located in Urbana, IL with about 307 students offering grade levels from 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, M L King Jr Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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 on Fairview Avenue in Urbana, Illinois, is a public school serving students in the Urbana School District 116. The school is known for its commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment, emphasizing both academic excellence and the social-emotional development of its diverse student body. By focusing on core curriculum standards while integrating community engagement, the school aims to prepare its students to be thoughtful, responsible, and engaged citizens.

Beyond its standard academic programming, MLK Jr. Elementary is recognized for its efforts to provide a well-rounded educational experience that reflects the values of its namesake. The school typically features a variety of extracurricular opportunities and support services designed to meet the unique needs of its learners. As part of the Urbana community, it prioritizes a collaborative atmosphere between faculty, parents, and local stakeholders to ensure that students have the resources necessary to thrive in an evolving educational landscape.

For more information, contact M L King Jr Elem School at (217) 384-3675 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.