Serving 784 students in grades 6-8, Ronald E Mcnair Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 784 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ronald E McNair Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in San Antonio, TX, covering approximately 96.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ronald E Mcnair Middle School's student population of 784 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
784 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
School Motto
All students and staff succeed through meaningful experiences.
School Rankings
Ronald E Mcnair Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ronald E Mcnair Middle School is 0.20, which is less 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
#5229 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
89%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ronald E Mcnair Middle School's ranking?
Ronald E Mcnair Middle School is ranked #5229 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ronald E Mcnair Middle School often compared to?
Ronald E Mcnair Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brackett J High School, Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School, Pearsall J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ronald E Mcnair Middle School?
784 students attend Ronald E Mcnair Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Ronald E Mcnair Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ronald E Mcnair Middle School?
Ronald E Mcnair Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ronald E Mcnair Middle School offer ?
Ronald E Mcnair Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ronald E Mcnair Middle School part of?
Ronald E Mcnair Middle School is part of Southwest Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Ronald E Mcnair Middle School located?
Ronald E Mcnair Middle School is located in the United Southwest neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in United Southwest.
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