Serving 1,021 students in grades 6-8, Dr Ronald E Mcnair J High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,021 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr Ronald E Mcnair J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Dr Ronald E Mcnair J High School's student population of 1,021 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,021 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Dr Ronald E Mcnair J High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr Ronald E Mcnair J High School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#922 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
27%
6%
Hispanic
20%
53%
Black
33%
13%
White
15%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Ronald E Mcnair J High School's ranking?
Dr Ronald E Mcnair J High School is ranked #922 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dr Ronald E Mcnair J High School?
1,021 students attend Dr Ronald E Mcnair J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Dr Ronald E Mcnair J High School students are Black, 27% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr Ronald E Mcnair J High School?
Dr Ronald E Mcnair J High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dr Ronald E Mcnair J High School offer ?
Dr Ronald E Mcnair J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dr Ronald E Mcnair J High School part of?
Dr Ronald E Mcnair J High School is part of Alvin Independent School District.
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