KING JR. (MARTIN LUTHER) ACADEMIC MIDDLE SCHOOL

King Jr. (Martin Luther) Academic Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the San Francisco Unified school district, located in San Francisco, CA with about 502 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade 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 24 teachers, King Jr. (Martin Luther) Academic Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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. Academic Middle School (MLK) is a public school located in the Portola neighborhood of San Francisco. Serving a diverse student population, the school focuses on creating a supportive learning environment that prepares students for the rigors of high school and beyond. The curriculum is designed to challenge students academically while fostering social-emotional growth, often emphasizing a balance between core academic subjects and extracurricular opportunities.

Beyond the classroom, MLK Middle School is known for its efforts to engage the local community and provide students with a well-rounded experience. The school frequently participates in San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) initiatives aimed at enhancing student outcomes through technology, arts, and collaborative projects. By prioritizing an inclusive school culture and maintaining high academic expectations, the school strives to empower its students to become active, responsible members of the broader San Francisco community.

For more information, contact King Jr. (Martin Luther) Academic Middle at (415) 330-1500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.