What grades does Martin L King Jr Elementary School serve?

Martin L King Jr Elementary School is a Primary school serving students in Tuscaloosa, AL. The school is part of Tuscaloosa City.

Where is Martin L King Jr Elementary School located?

Martin L King Jr Elementary School is located at Tuscaloosa, AL in a urban area.

What school district is Martin L King Jr Elementary School in?

Martin L King Jr Elementary School is part of Tuscaloosa City in AL. The district operates 21 schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Martin L King Jr Elementary School?

Martin L King Jr Elementary School has a student-teacher ratio of 15.3:1.

How many schools are in Tuscaloosa City?

Tuscaloosa City operates 21 schools in AL.

What schools are in Tuscaloosa, AL?

Tuscaloosa, AL is served by Tuscaloosa City. Martin L King Jr Elementary School is one of the Primary schools in the area.

What school district serves Tuscaloosa, AL?

Tuscaloosa City serves Tuscaloosa, AL with 21 schools. Martin L King Jr Elementary School is one of the schools in this district.

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Martin L King Jr Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Q: How many students attend Martin L King Jr Elementary School?

Martin L King Jr Elementary School currently enrolls 475 students across Primary grade levels. The school operates under Tuscaloosa City in AL.

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Tuscaloosa, AL 35401

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Nov

Wed

Schools and Offices CLOSED in observance of Veteran's DayEventDistrict-wide

Nov

Mon

Fall Break/Thanksgiving Holidays-Schools and Offices CLOSEDBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Fri

End of SemesterEventDistrict-wide

Dec

Fri

Half-Day for Students/Full-Day for EmployeesEventDistrict-wide

Dec

Mon

Winter Holidays-Schools and Offices are CLOSEDHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Jan

Mon

Employees Return-Professional DevelopmentStaff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

475

Student:Teacher

15.3:1

Locale

Urban

District

Tuscaloosa City

Econ. Disadvantaged

83.0%

Phone

(205)759-3619

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

20-24%

Math Proficiency

<=5%

Chronic Absenteeism

7.9%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

6 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.2:1

Near average in AL

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

646

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

76% fully certified

Counselors

Social Workers

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,227

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,296

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$16,341

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 17%State 44%Local 40%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$217,284

-0.8% 1yr+20.9% 5yr

Tuscaloosa, AL metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

27.7%

Below 150% poverty line

6.1%

Unemployment rate

6.7%

Uninsured residents

9.1%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,548

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,418

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Other Health Impairment

343 (24%)

Speech/Language Impairment

302 (21%)

Autism

244 (17%)

Specific Learning Disability

165 (12%)

Intellectual Disability

55 (4%)

Emotional Disturbance

18 (1%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

467

Current enrollment

Stable(+0% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Nov 11, 2026

Schools and Offices CLOSED in observance of Veteran's Day

Event

Mon, Nov 23, 2026

Fall Break/Thanksgiving Holidays-Schools and Offices CLOSED

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Break

Fri, Dec 18, 2026

End of Semester

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Tuscaloosa City. Martin L King Jr Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Schools and Offices CLOSED in observance of Labor dayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Oct 8, 2026	Worlds of WorkDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Holiday*District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	Staff Planning Day/No School for StudentsDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	E-Learning Day for 9th and 11th gradersDistrict-wide	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Schools and Offices CLOSED in observance of Veteran's DayDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Fall Break/Thanksgiving Holidays-Schools and Offices CLOSEDDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Break	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	End of SemesterDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Half-Day for Students/Full-Day for EmployeesDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Holidays-Schools and Offices are CLOSEDDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Employees Return-Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Staff Day	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	Teacher Work DayDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day.	Event	—
Wed, Jan 6, 2027	Students ReturnDistrict-wide	Event	—
Thu, Jan 14, 2027	High School Open House (second semeter)District-wide	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday-Schools CLOSEDDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Jan 21, 2027	Tuscaloosa Career & Technology Academy Open House (second semester)District-wide	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	President's Day-Schools and Offices CLOSEDDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Feb 16, 2027	Staff Planning Day/No school for studentsDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	SPRING BREAK - Schools and offices CLOSEDDistrict-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Break	—
Tue, Apr 6, 2027	E-Learning Day for grades 9, 10, 12District-wide	Event	—
Thu, Apr 15, 2027	Staff Planning Day/No school for students*District-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	Spring HolidayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, May 25, 2027	HALF DAY FOR STUDENTS/ FULL DAY FOR EMPLOYEESDistrict-wide	Event	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	Last Day for Students-End of SemesterDistrict-wide	Event	—
Thu, May 27, 2027	Teacher Work DayDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day.	Event	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	CLOSED in observance Memorial DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Jun 1, 2027	Summer Learning Work DayDistrict-wide	Event	—
Wed, Jun 2, 2027	Administrative Leadership Academy @ TCTA (2 days)District-wide	Event	—
Wed, Jun 2, 2027	Summer Learning First DayDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, Jun 18, 2027	Schools and Offices CLOSED in observance of JuneteenthDistrict-wide	Event	—