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SAISD MLK Academy K8 in San Antonio, TX
301 Martin L King Drive, San Antonio, TX, 78220
SAISD MLK Academy K8 is a new construction project at 301 Martin L King Drive, San Antonio, in Bexar County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Jan 2027. The project has an estimated value of $12.0M across about 70,000 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $12.0M
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Estimated construction cost supplied in the TDLR filing. This is not a current property appraisal or a final construction invoice.
- Reported floor area
- 70,000 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $171/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 5 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
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47 days after the preceding date shown.
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150 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About SAISD MLK Academy K8
A new 70,000-square-foot K-8 elementary and middle school, Martin Luther King Jr. Academy for Arts Integration, is planned for 301 Martin L King Drive in San Antonio. San Antonio ISD is the owner of record for this new construction project, which carries an estimated cost of $12,000,000. The filing identifies the scope as early foundation and site utilities, with construction scheduled to begin in August 2026 and completion targeted for January 2027.
The project was registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) in June 2026, and the current status is Project Registered. Plan review is pending. The estimated cost per square foot is $171, a figure that reflects the scale of the new facility.
Design and Funding
Moody Nolan is the design firm of record for the project. The registered accessibility specialist is Peter F Grojean. The filing indicates that the project involves public funds, public land, or is a Federally funded roadway project. This aligns with the owner being a public school district. The project name on the filing is SAISD MLK Academy K8.
In the surrounding community, Census estimates for ZIP code 78220 show a population of about 18,497 and a median household income of $41,244. The area has 7,098 housing units, with a median owner-occupied home value of $125,000. San Antonio ISD has six other TDLR-registered projects in San Antonio, with a combined estimated cost of $20,578,000. These include the Laura Steele Montessori Academy and Schenck ES, both listed with estimated costs of $10,000,000.
Regional Context
Compared to 8,314 TDLR-registered new construction filings in Bexar County, this project’s estimated cost is above the county median of $600,000. The scheduled build window of 150 days is shorter than the county median of 208 days. The $171 per square foot cost is above the county median of $115 per square foot. Moody Nolan has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $9,392,695, including Building North in Houston and Parkdale Mall in Beaumont.
Bexar County’s unemployment rate was 4.7 percent in July 2026, which is higher than a year earlier. The project’s location on Martin L King Drive places it in a specific part of San Antonio’s 78220 ZIP code. The TDLR record confirms the registration date and the pending status of plan review, providing a clear timeline for the early stages of construction.
Project Registered
Project has been registered with TDLR and is in pre-construction phase
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SAISD MLK Academy K8 is a New Construction project located at 301 Martin L King Drive, San Antonio, TX 78220 in San Antonio, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $12.0M covering 70,000 sq ft. San Antonio ISD is the property owner and Moody Nolan is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on June 30, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the estimated cost of the new school?
The estimated cost for the Martin Luther King Jr. Academy for Arts Integration new construction project is $12,000,000 according to the TDLR filing.
Who is the owner of the project?
San Antonio ISD is listed as the owner and developer of record for the Martin Luther King Jr. Academy for Arts Integration project.
When is the project scheduled to be completed?
The TDLR filing states that the project completion is targeted for January 2027, with construction start scheduled for August 2026.
What is the size of the building?
The project is for a new 70,000-square-foot facility, which is significantly larger than the median size for new construction in Bexar County.
What is SAISD MLK Academy K8?
SAISD MLK Academy K8 is a new construction project at 301 Martin L King Drive in San Antonio, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Early Foundation and Site unities
Is SAISD MLK Academy K8 open in San Antonio?
SAISD MLK Academy K8 is still under construction in San Antonio, TX, with an estimated completion of Jan 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is SAISD MLK Academy K8 located?
SAISD MLK Academy K8 is located at 301 Martin L King Drive, San Antonio, TX, 78220, in Bexar County.
Who is the owner or developer of SAISD MLK Academy K8?
San Antonio ISD is the property owner/developer of record for SAISD MLK Academy K8, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for SAISD MLK Academy K8?
Moody Nolan is the design firm of record for SAISD MLK Academy K8, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does SAISD MLK Academy K8 cost and how big is it?
SAISD MLK Academy K8 has an estimated construction value of $12.0M and approximately 70,000 square feet (about $171/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Early Foundation and Site unities
Note: This project is registered under the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) program. TDLR registration is required for commercial and public facility construction to ensure compliance with accessibility requirements under Texas Government Code Chapter 469.
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301 Martin L King Drive, San Antonio, TX, 78220
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