Martin Luther King Jr. School No. 6

School Overview
Martin Luther King Jr. School No. 6, located at 85 Hamilton Ave. in Passaic, New Jersey, is a public elementary school serving the diverse urban community of Passaic. As part of the Passaic Public Schools district, the institution is dedicated to fostering academic growth and character development in its students, typically ranging from kindergarten through the early elementary grades. The school emphasizes foundational learning in core subjects like literacy and mathematics while striving to create a safe, supportive environment that reflects the values of civic engagement and equity often associated with its namesake.

Beyond its academic curriculum, School No. 6 plays a vital role in the local neighborhood by offering a range of services designed to support the holistic needs of its student population. By focusing on inclusive education and community involvement, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond. Its location in the heart of Passaic makes it a central hub for families in the area, providing a structured educational setting that encourages both individual achievement and a strong sense of school spirit.
754
Total Students
71.6
Full-Time Teachers
10.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
99.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Martin Luther King Jr. School No. 6
Demographic Student Count
White5
Hispanic697
Black45
Asian1
Two or More4
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    697 (92.4%)
  • Black
    45 (6.0%)
  • White
    5 (0.7%)
  • Two or More
    4 (0.5%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.1%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Passaic City School District
Phone: (973)470-5506
Website: http://passaicschools.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 754
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 71.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 750
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 161
Kindergarten 68
Grade 1 64
Grade 2 74
Grade 3 54
Grade 4 70
Grade 5 88
Grade 6 61
Grade 7 65
Grade 8 49

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Martin Luther King Jr. School No. 6
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten161
Kindergarten68
Grade 164
Grade 274
Grade 354
Grade 470
Grade 588
Grade 661
Grade 765
Grade 849
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Martin Luther King Jr. School No. 6
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female38651.2%
Male36848.8%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)