School Overview
Martin Luther King (MLK) Elementary School, located on Ludlow Street in Piscataway, New Jersey, serves as a key part of the Piscataway Township School District. The school provides a foundational educational experience for students in the primary grades, focusing on fostering academic growth, social development, and a supportive learning environment. As part of a diverse suburban community, the school emphasizes inclusive practices and aims to prepare its young learners for success in their future academic endeavors.

Beyond its core curriculum, MLK Elementary is known for cultivating a sense of community and civic responsibility, often reflecting the values of its namesake through programs that encourage character development and mutual respect. The school benefits from the resources and organizational support of the broader Piscataway district, which consistently prioritizes technological integration and evidence-based instructional strategies. With a commitment to meeting the individual needs of its students, the school strives to maintain a welcoming atmosphere where parents and faculty work together to ensure a high-quality educational experience.
484
Total Students
35.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
39.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Martin Luther King Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White58
Hispanic84
Black119
Asian201
Two or More17
American Indian2
Pacific Islander3
  • Asian
    201 (41.5 %)
  • Black
    119 (24.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    84 (17.4 %)
  • White
    58 (12.0 %)
  • Two or More
    17 (3.5 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.6 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.4 %)
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: Piscataway Township School District
Phone: (732)699-1563
Website: http://king.piscatawayschools.org
Grade Range: 4th - 5th
Total Students: 484
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 35.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 156
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 34
Grades Taught
Grade 4 238
Grade 5 215
Ungraded 31

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Martin Luther King Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Grade 4238
Grade 5215
Ungraded31
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Martin Luther King Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female23147.7%
Male25352.3%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)