Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Educational Complex

School Overview
The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Educational Complex, located at 851 E. 28th Street in Paterson, New Jersey, serves as a vital academic hub within the Paterson Public School District. As a facility named in honor of the civil rights leader, the school is deeply integrated into the local community, emphasizing a mission that aligns with Dr. King’s values of equality, education, and social progress. The complex is designed to provide a comprehensive learning environment, typically catering to students across various grade levels by offering a curriculum focused on core academic competencies, personal development, and community responsibility.

As part of the Paterson school system, the institution focuses on fostering an inclusive atmosphere that supports a diverse student body. The complex functions not only as a place for classroom instruction but also as a community anchor that strives to prepare its students for higher education and future career opportunities. By prioritizing student engagement and academic growth, the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Educational Complex works to bridge educational gaps and empower the youth of Paterson, ensuring they have the resources and support necessary to succeed in an increasingly competitive world.
601
Total Students
44.5
Full-Time Teachers
13.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
56.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Educational Complex
Demographic Student Count
White5
Hispanic425
Black162
Asian7
Two or More2
  • Hispanic
    425 (70.7 %)
  • Black
    162 (27.0 %)
  • Asian
    7 (1.2 %)
  • White
    5 (0.8 %)
  • Two or More
    2 (0.3 %)
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: Paterson Public School District
Phone: (973)321-0300
Website: http://mlk-pps-nj.schoolloop.com/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 601
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 44.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 330
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 9
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 27
Kindergarten 47
Grade 1 54
Grade 2 45
Grade 3 41
Grade 4 47
Grade 5 48
Grade 6 60
Grade 7 50
Grade 8 51
Ungraded 131

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Educational Complex
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten27
Kindergarten47
Grade 154
Grade 245
Grade 341
Grade 447
Grade 548
Grade 660
Grade 750
Grade 851
Ungraded131
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Educational Complex
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female26143.4%
Male34056.6%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)