Martin Luther King Jr. School No. 6

School Overview
Martin Luther King Jr. School No. 6, located at 85 Hamilton Ave. in Passaic, New Jersey, is a public elementary school serving the diverse urban community of Passaic. As part of the Passaic Public Schools district, the institution is dedicated to fostering academic growth and character development in its students, typically ranging from kindergarten through the early elementary grades. The school emphasizes foundational learning in core subjects like literacy and mathematics while striving to create a safe, supportive environment that reflects the values of civic engagement and equity often associated with its namesake.

Beyond its academic curriculum, School No. 6 plays a vital role in the local neighborhood by offering a range of services designed to support the holistic needs of its student population. By focusing on inclusive education and community involvement, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond. Its location in the heart of Passaic makes it a central hub for families in the area, providing a structured educational setting that encourages both individual achievement and a strong sense of school spirit.
682
Total Students
73.0
Full-Time Teachers
9.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
110.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Martin Luther King Jr. School No. 6
Demographic Student Count
White4
Hispanic630
Black41
Two or More4
American Indian2
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    630 (92.4 %)
  • Black
    41 (6.0 %)
  • White
    4 (0.6 %)
  • Two or More
    4 (0.6 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Passaic City School District
Phone: (973)470-5506
Website: http://passaicschools.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 682
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 73.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 750
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 97
Kindergarten 85
Grade 1 64
Grade 2 56
Grade 3 70
Grade 4 58
Grade 5 63
Grade 6 52
Grade 7 47
Grade 8 60
Ungraded 30

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Martin Luther King Jr. School No. 6
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten97
Kindergarten85
Grade 164
Grade 256
Grade 370
Grade 458
Grade 563
Grade 652
Grade 747
Grade 860
Ungraded30
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Martin Luther King Jr. School No. 6
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female34250.1%
Male34049.9%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)