Martin Luther School is a co-ed academic day school serving grades 6-12.
We provide quality, Christian education to fulfill the words of our mission statement: In response to the redeeming love of Jesus Christ, Martin Luther School challenges mind and body and shapes Christian character so that students succeed as God's people in this world.
Martin Luther School offers an emphasis on Christian values through theology classes, student involvement in weekly worship, and the word and example set by Christian teachers; and college preparatory curriculum through the Advanced Placement program and honors and Regents classes.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Yearly Tuition: $11,200
- Acceptance rate: 86%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Please contact the Guidance Office for further details
Year Founded
1960
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Sep 5, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
166 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
63%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
71%
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
1 course
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
College Level- Current Issues in Sports, College Level- Principal of Sports Management, High School- Algebra II-Trig, High School- English 10-11-12, High School- Geometry, High School- Pre-Cal, High School- U.S History, High School-Modern World History, Middle School- 9th Grade Algebra, Middle School- 9th Grade Biology
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Coordinates through Flynn and O
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$11,200
Tuition Notes
Middle School Tuition= $6500 per year
High School Tuition= $11200 per year
Summer Program Cost
$395
Summer Program Cost Notes
Basketball Clinic
% on Financial Aid
34%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,000
Acceptance Rate
86%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Mr. Obed Figueroa
Admissions Associate
Mrs. Sandra Ocasio
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Baking Club, Drama, Fitness club, Junior Honor Society, Key Club, National Honor Society
Baking Club, Drama, Fitness club, Junior Honor Society, Key Club, National Honor Society
School Notes
- School Mascot: Black Cougar
- Thank you for your interest in Martin Luther School...the Small School. Smart Choice.
- For over 62 Years, MLS has served New York City and Long Island by providing a quality Christian education where our faith means we respect the faith and beliefs of others and, in fact, value diversity.
- The parents, students, and dedicated faculty of Martin Luther School comprise a true family atmosphere-one of individualized attention and discovery and one of collective achievement and pride knowing 95% of our grads go on to attend college.Teachers interact with their students to help them learn and soar in life as individuals while classmates build friendships that last a lifetime. Our faculty and staff pride themselves in fostering, nurturing, and developing strong and healthy relationships with our parents, students and community, too. In addition, we teach social and academic conduct for students, on a daily basis, helping them cultivate good character and civic responsibility.We offer a wide range of extracurricular opportunities in athletics and the fine arts. See MLS for yourself, Come visit MLS and be a Cougar for a Day, so you can see why we are the Small School. Smart Choice.
- To arrange a visit, please call the Main Office at 718.894.4000 or email Admissions@MartinLutherNYC.org.We can`t wait to meet you and help you make the best decision of your child`s life.
- Thanks,The Faculty and Staff of Martin Luther School.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Martin Luther School cost?
Martin Luther School's tuition is approximately $11,200 for private students and $395 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of Martin Luther School?
The acceptance rate of Martin Luther School is 86%, which is higher than the national average of 74%.
What sports does Martin Luther School offer?
Martin Luther School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Intramural Sports Only, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
When is the application deadline for Martin Luther School?
The application deadline for Martin Luther School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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