DR MARTIN LUTHER KING ACADEMY

Dr Martin Luther King Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Muskegon Heights Public School Academy System school district, located in Muskegon, MI with about 283 students offering grade levels from 2nd Grade 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 15 teachers, Dr Martin Luther King Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Dr. Martin Luther King Academy, located on East Sherman Boulevard in Muskegon, Michigan, is a dedicated educational institution operating under the Muskegon Public Schools district. The academy is committed to providing a structured and supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and the cultivation of essential life skills. By fostering a sense of community and pride, the school strives to prepare its students for future success in both their academic journeys and their roles as responsible citizens.

As part of the broader Muskegon "Tigers" community, the academy focuses on inclusive education that honors the legacy of its namesake by promoting equality, leadership, and excellence. The school integrates core curriculum standards with a supportive culture designed to meet the diverse needs of its student population. Through collaboration between staff, families, and the surrounding Muskegon community, Dr. Martin Luther King Academy aims to create a positive atmosphere where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential.

For more information, contact Dr Martin Luther King Academy at (231) 830-3601 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

55 E Sherman Blvd
Muskegon, MI 49444-1562
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DR MARTIN LUTHER KING ACADEMY is a public Title I Charter school in Muskegon, MI with about 283 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Michigan

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
Muskegon Heights School District
Total Students:
283
Teachers:
15.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 283 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending DR MARTIN LUTHER KING ACADEMY is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 94% of the student body.

Black or African American
94.3%
White
3.2%
Two or more races
1.8%
Hispanic/Latino
0.7%

Female
49.8%
Male
50.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.