Serving 876 students in grades 6-8, Mcnair Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 876 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcnair Middle School's student population of 876 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
876 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcnair Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcnair Middle School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2078 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
18%
Black
93%
36%
White
n/a
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcnair Middle School's ranking?
Mcnair Middle School is ranked #2078 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Mcnair Middle School?
876 students attend Mcnair Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Mcnair Middle School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcnair Middle School?
Mcnair Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcnair Middle School offer ?
Mcnair Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mcnair Middle School part of?
Mcnair Middle School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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