Serving 1,015 students in grades 6-8, Dr Ronald E Mcnair Jh ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,015 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr Ronald E Mcnair Jh ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Dr Ronald E Mcnair Jh's student population of 1,015 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,015 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dr Ronald E Mcnair Jh ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr Ronald E Mcnair Jh is 0.75, 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
#1260 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
5%
Hispanic
20%
53%
Black
37%
13%
White
14%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Ronald E Mcnair Jh's ranking?
Dr Ronald E Mcnair Jh is ranked #1260 out of 8,079 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Dr Ronald E Mcnair Jh?
1,015 students attend Dr Ronald E Mcnair Jh.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Dr Ronald E Mcnair Jh students are Black, 25% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr Ronald E Mcnair Jh?
Dr Ronald E Mcnair Jh has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dr Ronald E Mcnair Jh offer ?
Dr Ronald E Mcnair Jh offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dr Ronald E Mcnair Jh part of?
Dr Ronald E Mcnair Jh is part of Alvin ISD School District.
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