Martin Luther King Leadership Academy
299 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th
School Overview
The **Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Academy**, located at 645 Logan St SE in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a public school within the Grand Rapids Public Schools (GRPS) district. The school is deeply rooted in the legacy of its namesake, focusing on developing students into civic-minded, responsible, and academically prepared individuals. Serving a diverse student population, the academy emphasizes character building, leadership skills, and community engagement as core components of its educational philosophy, aiming to empower students to reach their full potential in an increasingly complex world.
Academically, the school follows the GRPS curriculum while integrating social-emotional learning to support the holistic development of its students. The staff is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages critical thinking and problem-solving. By prioritizing both academic excellence and the cultivation of leadership qualities, the Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Academy strives to prepare its students not only for success in the classroom but also for meaningful contributions to their neighborhoods and the broader society.
Academically, the school follows the GRPS curriculum while integrating social-emotional learning to support the holistic development of its students. The staff is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages critical thinking and problem-solving. By prioritizing both academic excellence and the cultivation of leadership qualities, the Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Academy strives to prepare its students not only for success in the classroom but also for meaningful contributions to their neighborhoods and the broader society.
299
Total Students
16.2
Full-Time Teachers
18.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
92.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic | 51 |
| Black | 216 |
| Two or More | 18 |
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Black216 (72.2%)
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Hispanic51 (17.1%)
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Two or More18 (6.0%)
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White14 (4.7%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Grand Rapids Public Schools |
| Phone: | (616)819-2600 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 299 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 16.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 273 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 3 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
39
Grade 1
49
Grade 2
36
Grade 3
29
Grade 4
35
Grade 5
42
Grade 6
36
Grade 7
16
Grade 8
17
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 39 |
| Grade 1 | 49 |
| Grade 2 | 36 |
| Grade 3 | 29 |
| Grade 4 | 35 |
| Grade 5 | 42 |
| Grade 6 | 36 |
| Grade 7 | 16 |
| Grade 8 | 17 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 133 | 44.5% |
| Male | 166 | 55.5% |
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