At a glance
Reported students
2,699
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
112.22
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
24.1:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California high enrollment
97th percentile
Compared with 2,195 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
672
Martin Luther King Jr. High: 2,699 reported students.
State peer staffing position
87th percentile
24.1:1 reported; state peer median 19.2:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 2,855
- Teachers (FTE)
- 121.8
- Student–teacher ratio
- 23.4:1
What the reported data says about Martin Luther King Jr. High
Martin Luther King Jr. High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Riverside. It is one of 50 current school records connected to Riverside Unified. NCES reports 2,699 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,195 high schools in California with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 416 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 97th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 24.1:1, above the California median of 19.2:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (44.9%) and White (30.7%). English learners represent 3% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 10%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 18 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Martin Luther King Jr. High
- 1How do the reported 24.1:1 student–teacher ratio and 112.22 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 7 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 3%
- Students with disabilities
- 10%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 54.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 7
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.17
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 2
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White30.7%
- Hispanic44.9%
- Black8%
- Asian11.2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.3%
- Multiracial4.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
18 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Riverside Unified
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Polytechnic High
High · Grades 09–12
2,484 reported students
Ramona High
High · Grades 09–12
2,142 reported students
John W. North High
High · Grades 09–12
2,011 reported students
Arlington High
High · Grades 09–12
1,920 reported students
Riverside STEM Academy
High · Grades 05–12
665 reported students
Abraham Lincoln Continuation
High · Grades 09–12
148 reported students
Public schools near Martin Luther King Jr. High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citrus Hill High High · Val Verde Unified | 09–12 | 1,630 | 1.9 mi |
| Opportunity Program High · Riverside Unified | 07–12 | 33 | 4.7 mi |
| Raincross High (Continuation) High · Riverside Unified | 09–12 | 136 | 4.7 mi |
| Polytechnic High High · Riverside Unified | 09–12 | 2,484 | 5.1 mi |
| Moreno Valley High High · Moreno Valley Unified | 09–12 | 2,103 | 5.3 mi |
| Arlington High High · Riverside Unified | 09–12 | 1,920 | 5.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Martin Luther King Jr. High
What grades does Martin Luther King Jr. High serve?
Martin Luther King Jr. High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Riverside Unified.
How many students attend Martin Luther King Jr. High?
Martin Luther King Jr. High reported 2,699 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 97th percentile among 2,195 California high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 2,855 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Martin Luther King Jr. High?
The calculated ratio is 24.1:1, based on 2,699 students and 112.22 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The California median for the same school level is 19.2:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Martin Luther King Jr. High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Martin Luther King Jr. High is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Martin Luther King Jr. High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
54.7% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Martin Luther King Jr. High in?
Martin Luther King Jr. High is part of Riverside Unified, based in Riverside, CA, which operates 50 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Martin Luther King Jr. High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Citrus Hill High (1.9 mi), Opportunity Program (4.7 mi), Raincross High (Continuation) (4.7 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.