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Martin Luther King Jr Elementary

Yakima School District · Yakima County · 2000 S 18th St, Yakima, WA 98903.0

(509)573-1100

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1/10
#1106
Rank 1106 out of 1,162
English Language Arts1/10 · #1100 · 6th percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #1080 · 7th percentile
Science1/10 · #1007 · 4th percentile

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School Overview

Yakima is a hardworking agricultural city in the heart of Washington's wine and apple country, and Martin Luther King Jr Elementary reflects the tight-knit, working-class community it serves. Families here are dedicated and resilient, and the school is a central gathering point in its west-side neighborhood. While test scores are a work in progress, families who value a strong sense of community and are willing to be active partners in their child's education may find it a welcoming fit.

Student Demographics

259 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
240 (93%)
Other
19 (7%)

Key Indicators

English Learners149 (58%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged248 (96%)
Students with Disabilities33 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

487
Enrollment
40
Teachers (FTE)
12.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio
20.5
Avg Class Size

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs5/10 · #736 · 43rd percentile

52 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Washington.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found