Dr. Ronald E. McNair Academic High School is a magnet public high school located at 123 Coles Street in Jersey City, in Hudson County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. The school is named in memory of Dr. Ronald E. McNair, the astronaut and scientist who died in the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster.
Serving 716 students in grades 9-12, Dr Ronald Mcnair High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 716 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Dr. Ronald McNair High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Jersey City, NJ, encompassing approximately 21.1 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr Ronald Mcnair High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dr Ronald Mcnair High School's student population of 716 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
716 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr Ronald Mcnair High School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr Ronald Mcnair High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4 out of 2184 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Asian
43%
11%
Hispanic
16%
35%
Black
14%
14%
White
21%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Brown and; Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Ronald Mcnair High School's ranking?
Dr Ronald Mcnair High School is ranked #4 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Dr Ronald Mcnair High School often compared to?
Dr Ronald Mcnair High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like County Prep High School, Infinity Institute by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dr Ronald Mcnair High School?
The graduation rate of Dr Ronald Mcnair High School is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Dr Ronald Mcnair High School?
716 students attend Dr Ronald Mcnair High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Dr Ronald Mcnair High School students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr Ronald Mcnair High School?
Dr Ronald Mcnair High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr Ronald Mcnair High School offer ?
Dr Ronald Mcnair High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr Ronald Mcnair High School part of?
Dr Ronald Mcnair High School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr Ronald Mcnair High School located?
Dr Ronald Mcnair High School is located in the Hamilton Park neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ.
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