DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING MIDDLE SCHOOL

Dr. Martin Luther King Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Asbury Park School District school district, located in ASBURY PARK, NJ with about 349 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. 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 40 teachers, Dr. Martin Luther King Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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.

Dr. Martin Luther King Middle School, located on Bangs Avenue in Asbury Park, New Jersey, serves as a central hub for the district’s middle-level learners. As a key part of the Asbury Park School District, the school is dedicated to fostering academic growth and personal development for students in grades 6 through 8. The institution emphasizes creating a supportive and inclusive environment that encourages students to embrace their potential, honor the legacy of its namesake, and prepare for the rigors of high school and beyond.

The school’s mission generally focuses on narrowing achievement gaps and promoting equity within the diverse Asbury Park community. By providing a curriculum that balances core academic subjects—such as mathematics, science, and literacy—with extracurricular opportunities and social-emotional support, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded citizens. Through its commitment to education, Dr. Martin Luther King Middle School strives to empower its student body to become critical thinkers and active participants in their community.

For more information, contact Dr. Martin Luther King Middle School at (732) 776-2559 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.