At a glance
Reported students
349
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
17
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
20.5:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Nevada elementary enrollment
24th percentile
Compared with 432 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
603
King Jr Martin Luther ES: 349 reported students.
State peer staffing position
84th percentile
20.5:1 reported; state peer median 16.5:1. 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
- 358
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.3:1
What the reported data says about King Jr Martin Luther ES
King Jr Martin Luther ES is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Las Vegas. It is one of 368 current school records connected to Clark County. NCES reports 349 students for 2024–25.
Among 432 elementary schools in Nevada with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 497 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 24th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 20.5:1, above the Nevada median of 16.5:1 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 (73.6%) and Black (12.6%). English learners represent 27.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14.2%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking King Jr Martin Luther ES
- 1How do the reported 20.5:1 student–teacher ratio and 17 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 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
- 27.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 14.2%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 100%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.58
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.49
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White6.6%
- Hispanic73.6%
- Black12.6%
- Asian0.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.3%
- Multiracial5.7%
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
Gifted and talented
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 Clark County
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Gray R Guild ES
Elementary · Grades PK–05
351 reported students
Mitchell Andrew ES
Elementary · Grades PK–02
356 reported students
Williams Wendell ES
Elementary · Grades PK–05
339 reported students
Hinman Edna F ES
Elementary · Grades PK–05
363 reported students
King Martha P ES
Elementary · Grades 03–05
364 reported students
Booker Kermit R Sr ES
Elementary · Grades PK–05
333 reported students
Public schools near King Jr Martin Luther ES
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain View ES Elementary · Clark County | PK–05 | 421 | 0.6 mi |
| Nevada Prep Charter School Elementary · Charter · State Sponsored Charter Schools | KG–08 | 416 | 0.6 mi |
| Miller Sandy Searles ES Elementary · Clark County | PK–05 | 589 | 0.7 mi |
| Lynch Ann ES Elementary · Clark County | PK–05 | 446 | 0.8 mi |
| Heard Lomie G ES Elementary · Clark County | PK–05 | 603 | 1.3 mi |
| Diaz Ruben P ES Elementary · Clark County | PK–05 | 567 | 1.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about King Jr Martin Luther ES
What grades does King Jr Martin Luther ES serve?
King Jr Martin Luther ES reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Clark County.
How many students attend King Jr Martin Luther ES?
King Jr Martin Luther ES reported 349 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 24th percentile among 432 Nevada elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 358 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at King Jr Martin Luther ES?
The calculated ratio is 20.5:1, based on 349 students and 17 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Nevada median for the same school level is 16.5:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is King Jr Martin Luther ES a public, charter, or magnet school?
King Jr Martin Luther ES is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Clark County attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of King Jr Martin Luther ES students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
100% 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 King Jr Martin Luther ES in?
King Jr Martin Luther ES is part of Clark County, based in Las Vegas, NV, which operates 368 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near King Jr Martin Luther ES?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Mountain View ES (0.6 mi), Nevada Prep Charter School (0.6 mi), Miller Sandy Searles ES (0.7 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.