MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. HIGH SCHOOL
Martin Luther King Jr. High is a public high school that is part of the Riverside Unified school district, located in Riverside, CA with about 3,178 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 124 teachers, Martin Luther King Jr. High has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. 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. High School, located in the Woodcrest area of Riverside, California, is a comprehensive public high school serving the Riverside Unified School District. Known for its strong academic reputation, the school offers a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum, including a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and specialized pathways designed to prepare students for higher education and diverse career fields. The campus is well-regarded for its modern facilities and its ability to foster a supportive learning environment that balances academic achievement with student well-being.
Beyond the classroom, MLK High School is highly distinguished for its robust extracurricular programs, particularly its athletic departments and performing arts groups. The school consistently competes at high levels in CIF sports and maintains award-winning music and drama programs. With a strong focus on community spirit and "Wolfpack" pride, the school emphasizes character development and civic engagement, striving to produce well-rounded graduates who are ready to make meaningful contributions to their community.
For more information, contact Martin Luther King Jr. High at (951) 789-5690 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Riverside, CA 92508-9459
(951) 789-5690
MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Riverside, CA with about 3,178 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Riverside Unified
- Total Students:
- 3,178
- Teachers:
- 124.1
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 3,178 students
- White
- 39.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 35.8%
- Asian
- 10.4%
- Black or African American
- 8.2%
- Two or more races
- 5.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 47.9%
- Male
- 52.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.