Serving 218 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 5 DR RONALD MCNAIR serves a small attendance zone of approximately 0.1 square miles in Brooklyn, NY, with typical driving times of 5 to 10 minutes to the school and an average distance of 0.3 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 0.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair's student population of 218 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
218 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every child has a right to a quality education, in a safe and secure environment which reflects high academic standards.
School Rankings
P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3370 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
61%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair's ranking?
P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair is ranked #3370 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair?
218 students attend P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair?
P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair offer ?
P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair part of?
P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair is part of New York City Geographic District #16.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair located?
P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair is located in the Ocean Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 14 other public schools located in Ocean Hill.
School Reviews
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