School Overview
Martin Luther King (MLK) Elementary School, located on Ludlow Street in Piscataway, New Jersey, serves as a key part of the Piscataway Township School District. The school provides a foundational educational experience for students in the primary grades, focusing on fostering academic growth, social development, and a supportive learning environment. As part of a diverse suburban community, the school emphasizes inclusive practices and aims to prepare its young learners for success in their future academic endeavors.

Beyond its core curriculum, MLK Elementary is known for cultivating a sense of community and civic responsibility, often reflecting the values of its namesake through programs that encourage character development and mutual respect. The school benefits from the resources and organizational support of the broader Piscataway district, which consistently prioritizes technological integration and evidence-based instructional strategies. With a commitment to meeting the individual needs of its students, the school strives to maintain a welcoming atmosphere where parents and faculty work together to ensure a high-quality educational experience.
488
Total Students
37.5
Full-Time Teachers
13.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
38.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Martin Luther King Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White70
Hispanic87
Black96
Asian203
Two or More26
American Indian3
Pacific Islander3
  • Asian
    203 (41.6%)
  • Black
    96 (19.7%)
  • Hispanic
    87 (17.8%)
  • White
    70 (14.3%)
  • Two or More
    26 (5.3%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.6%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.6%)
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: Piscataway Township School District
Phone: (732)699-1563
Website: http://king.piscatawayschools.org
Grade Range: 4th - 5th
Total Students: 488
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 37.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 156
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 34
Grades Taught
Grade 4 264
Grade 5 224

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Martin Luther King Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Grade 4264
Grade 5224
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Martin Luther King Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female22245.5%
Male26654.5%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)