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Martin Luther King Middle

Berkeley Unified · Alameda County · 1781 Rose Street, Berkeley, CA 94703-1048

(510) 644-6280

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9/10
#145
Rank 145 out of 1,315
Top 11%
English Language Arts9/10 · #159 · 88th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #149 · 89th percentile
Science10/10 · #110 · 92nd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Martin Luther King Middle sits in the heart of Berkeley, a city known for its intellectual energy, activism, and genuine embrace of diverse perspectives — and the school reflects all of that. Academics are strong across the board, with science scores that really stand out, making it a great fit for families who want rigorous coursework in a setting that also values social awareness and community. If you're drawn to a neighborhood where kids bike to school, parents show up for causes they believe in, and education feels like more than just test prep, MLK Middle is worth a serious look.

Student Demographics

827 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
355 (43%)
Hispanic
164 (20%)
Multiple Races
131 (16%)
African American
85 (10%)
Asian
79 (10%)
Other
13 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners85 (10%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged277 (33%)
Students with Disabilities108 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

851
Enrollment
48.1
Teachers (FTE)
17.7:1
Student-Staff Ratio
4
Administrators (FTE)
20
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

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 Programs10/10 · #26 · 98th percentile

391 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found