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 (2025-26)
- 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:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
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.: 13:1
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
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