MARTIN LUTHER KING JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Martin Luther King Jr Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Clark County school district, located in Las Vegas, NV with about 533 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 30 teachers, Martin Luther King Jr Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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. Elementary School, located at 2260 Betty Lane in Las Vegas, is a public school serving students in the Clark County School District. As an educational institution bearing the name of the iconic civil rights leader, the school emphasizes a commitment to community, inclusivity, and academic growth. It serves a diverse student population in the eastern Las Vegas area, offering core curriculum instruction while fostering a supportive environment aimed at meeting the developmental and social-emotional needs of its young learners.

The school functions as a vital hub for the surrounding neighborhood, focusing on building strong foundations in literacy, mathematics, and science. Beyond traditional academics, Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary typically provides various resources and programs to engage families and encourage parent involvement. By upholding the values associated with its namesake, the school strives to provide an equitable learning experience that prepares its students for success in their middle school years and beyond.

For more information, contact Martin Luther King Jr Elementary School at (702) 799-7390 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.