Martin Luther King Academy (2026 Profile)

Home > Ohio > Hamilton County > Cincinnati > West End

Martin Luther King Academy

Tel: (513) 421-7519

SAVE SCHOOL

King Academy Community School recognizes the need to educate the whole child academically, physically, morally and aesthetically.

We obtain our mission by stressing academic excellence, a positive attitude towards oneself and others, self-discipline and the preservation of good moral standards.

Our students' success is dependent upon the work of our teachers who set high expectations for all students, believe all students can achieve, and are relentless to ensure that all students achieve high levels of academic achievement and are prepared to be successful in college and beyond.

King Academy has grades K-8. All teachers hold current licenses in the state of Ohio.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 78 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Martin Luther King Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students

78 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 25%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

7 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Martin Luther King Academy?

The application deadline for Martin Luther King Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Martin Luther King Academy located?

Martin Luther King Academy is located in the West End neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH.

School Reviews

5 11/19/2018

I need more information. What colleges did the teachers graduate from? How many kids are in the class room? If my child need help with anything do the teachers put forth effort for the kids to succeed?

- Posted by Parent - Yolanda wilson

Endorse Martin Luther King Academy. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Academic or athletic awards

Recent Articles

June 23, 2026

The Social Fit Interview: Questions to Ask Students, Not Admissions

Discover how talking with current students can reveal a private school's true culture and help families assess social fit before enrolling.

June 23, 2026

AI Companions and Student Well-Being: What Parents Should Ask

Learn how AI companions may affect student well-being and discover the key questions parents should ask before embracing this emerging technology.

June 23, 2026

Is a Phone-Free �� School Right for Your Child?

Explore the benefits, challenges, and key considerations of choosing a phone-free private school for your child in 2026.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 78 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Cincinnati, OH is $8,449 for elementary schools and $17,684 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Cincinnati, OH is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).