Ronald E. McNair High School is a high school in Stockton, California, United States. Opened in 2005, it is the newest high school in Lodi Unified School District. The school is named after Dr. Ronald E. McNair, a physicist and astronaut who died in the 1986 Space Shuttle Challenger explosion.
Serving 1,644 students in grades 9-12, Ronald E. Mcnair High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,644 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ronald E. McNair High serves the southern part of Stockton, CA, covering an area of approximately 13.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the zone's edge, and the furthest point reaching 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ronald E. Mcnair High School's student population of 1,644 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,644 students
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
White, Black, Green
School Calendar
School Motto
'Whether or not you reach your goals in life depends entirely on how well you prepare for them and how badly you want them. You're eagles! Stretch your wings and fly to the sky.' Dr. Ronald E. McNair
School Rankings
Ronald E. Mcnair High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ronald E. Mcnair High School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6072 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
43%
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ronald E. Mcnair High School's ranking?
Ronald E. Mcnair High School is ranked #6072 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ronald E. Mcnair High School?
The graduation rate of Ronald E. Mcnair High School is 87%, which is equal to the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ronald E. Mcnair High School?
1,644 students attend Ronald E. Mcnair High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Ronald E. Mcnair High School students are Asian, 38% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ronald E. Mcnair High School?
Ronald E. Mcnair High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ronald E. Mcnair High School offer ?
Ronald E. Mcnair High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ronald E. Mcnair High School part of?
Ronald E. Mcnair High School is part of Lodi Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Ronald E. Mcnair High School located?
Ronald E. Mcnair High School is located in the Valley Oak neighborhood of Stockton, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Valley Oak.
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