MLK JR HIGH TECH & COMPUTER MAGNET SCHOOL

MLK JR HIGH TECH & COMPUTER MAGNET SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in YONKERS, NY with about 522 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 31 teachers, MLK JR HIGH TECH & COMPUTER MAGNET SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

MLK Jr. High Tech & Computer Magnet School, located on Locust Hill Avenue in Yonkers, New York, is a specialized educational institution within the Yonkers Public Schools district. As a magnet school, it is designed to provide students with a rigorous academic environment that emphasizes technology, computer science, and digital literacy. The school aims to equip students with the essential technical skills and problem-solving abilities required to excel in a rapidly evolving, innovation-driven global workforce.

Beyond its core focus on technology, the school fosters a comprehensive learning environment that balances core academic subjects—such as mathematics, science, and humanities—with hands-on technical training. By integrating computer-based learning into the curriculum, MLK Jr. Tech strives to prepare its student body for advanced high school programs and future careers in STEM-related fields. As part of the larger Yonkers public school system, the institution maintains a commitment to supporting the diverse needs of its students, promoting both academic achievement and the development of technical proficiency.

For more information, contact MLK JR HIGH TECH & COMPUTER MAGNET SCHOOL at (914) 376-8470 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.