Martin Luther King Leadership Academy

296 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th
School Overview
The **Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Academy**, located at 645 Logan St SE in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a public school within the Grand Rapids Public Schools (GRPS) district. The school is deeply rooted in the legacy of its namesake, focusing on developing students into civic-minded, responsible, and academically prepared individuals. Serving a diverse student population, the academy emphasizes character building, leadership skills, and community engagement as core components of its educational philosophy, aiming to empower students to reach their full potential in an increasingly complex world.

Academically, the school follows the GRPS curriculum while integrating social-emotional learning to support the holistic development of its students. The staff is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages critical thinking and problem-solving. By prioritizing both academic excellence and the cultivation of leadership qualities, the Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Academy strives to prepare its students not only for success in the classroom but also for meaningful contributions to their neighborhoods and the broader society.
296
Total Students
18.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
93.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Martin Luther King Leadership Academy
Demographic Student Count
White16
Hispanic59
Black212
Two or More9
  • Black
    212 (71.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    59 (19.9 %)
  • White
    16 (5.4 %)
  • Two or More
    9 (3.0 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Phone: (616)819-2600
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 296
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 18.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 273
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 3
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 42
Grade 1 34
Grade 2 46
Grade 3 33
Grade 4 40
Grade 5 36
Grade 6 24
Grade 7 22
Grade 8 19

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Martin Luther King Leadership Academy
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten42
Grade 134
Grade 246
Grade 333
Grade 440
Grade 536
Grade 624
Grade 722
Grade 819
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Martin Luther King Leadership Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female14749.7%
Male14950.3%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)