MARTIN LUTHER KING EL. SCHOOL

Martin Luther King El. School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Providence school district, located in Providence, RI 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 El. 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 35 Camp Street in Providence, Rhode Island, serves as a public primary education institution within the Providence Public School District. Situated in the historic Mount Hope neighborhood, the school is deeply integrated into its local community and is named in honor of the civil rights leader, reflecting a commitment to fostering an environment of equality, respect, and academic growth. The school typically serves students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, providing a foundational educational experience aimed at preparing children for success in middle school and beyond.

As part of the broader Providence school system, the institution focuses on a standard curriculum aligned with state educational standards while often emphasizing social-emotional learning and community involvement. The school building acts as a neighborhood hub, where faculty and staff work to support a diverse student body through academic instruction and extracurricular engagement. For families in the 02906 area, MLK Elementary is viewed as a vital neighborhood asset that prioritizes student development, literacy, and community partnership within the heart of Providence.

For more information, contact Martin Luther King El. School at (401) 456-9398 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.