MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. SCHOOL

Martin Luther King Jr. School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jersey City Public Schools school district, located in JERSEY CITY, NJ with about 898 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 61 teachers, Martin Luther King Jr. 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. School, located on Bergen Avenue in Jersey City, New Jersey, is a public elementary school serving students in the local community. As part of the Jersey City Public Schools district, the institution is committed to providing a comprehensive educational foundation that emphasizes core academic subjects, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of a supportive learning environment. The school is named in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., reflecting an institutional focus on values such as equality, service, and academic achievement.

The school operates as a vital hub within the Bergen-Lafayette area of Jersey City, catering to a diverse student body. Its curriculum is designed to prepare young learners for future success by integrating modern educational standards with community-focused initiatives. By maintaining a presence in this historic neighborhood, the school plays an essential role in the local infrastructure, offering families a structured educational pathway and fostering a sense of civic responsibility among its student population.

For more information, contact Martin Luther King Jr. School at (201) 915-6521 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.