Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy
Elementary school in Sausalito, CA · Sausalito Marin City · Grades K-8
On the spring 2026 state tests, 56% of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 47% met the math standard. In reading, that is about the same as the Sausalito Marin City average (56%) and 7 points above the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 56% of Bay Area elementary schools. Reading results in 2026 were 14 points higher than in 2024, and math results were 7 points higher than in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 42% | 48% | 56% | +14 pts |
| Math | 40% | 40% | 47% | +7 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy | 56% | 47% |
| Sausalito Marin City | 56% | 47% |
| Marin County | 62% | 55% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Results by grade, spring 2026
| Grade | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| 3rd grade | 63% | 79% |
| 4th grade | 44% | 62% |
| 5th grade | 56% | 48% |
| 6th grade | 50% | 28% |
| 7th grade | 72% | 40% |
| 8th grade | 47% | 20% |
Students are tested in grades 3 to 8 and 11. Each grade is a different group of students, so differences between grades are not a trend.
Homes near Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy
The typical home value in ZIP code 94965, where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy is located, is $1.59M, up 3.8% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
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Nearby elementary schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 mi | Tamalpais Valley ElementaryMill Valley · Grades K-5 | 82% | 86% | $2.18M |
| 2.4 mi | Reed ElementaryTiburon · Grades K-2 | n/a | n/a | $3.40M |
| 2.4 mi | Strawberry Point ElementaryMill Valley · Grades K-5 | 81% | 83% | $2.18M |
| 2.7 mi | Bel Aire ElementaryTiburon · Grades 3-5 | 79% | 79% | $3.40M |
| 3.2 mi | Edna Maguire ElementaryMill Valley · Grades K-5 | 80% | 84% | $2.18M |
| 4.0 mi | CoveCorte Madera · Grades K-5 | 74% | 73% | $1.87M |
School details
- Address
- 636 Nevada Street, Sausalito, CA 94965
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (415) 332-1024
- District
- Sausalito Marin City
- County
- Marin County
- Grades
- K-8
- Students
- 261 (2025-26)
- Type
- Elementary school · Traditional
- Opened
- 2000
- Website
- www.smcsd.org
- State school code
- 21654746024889
Common questions
How did Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 56% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 47% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy?
261 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades K-8.
How much do homes cost near Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94965, where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy is located, is $1.59M, up 3.8% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy guarantee a spot?
No. Public schools assign students by attendance zone, which Sausalito Marin City sets and can change. Confirm the zone for a specific address with the district before you buy or rent.