Serving 262 students in grades 7-8, Ronald Mcnair Magnet Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ronald McNair Magnet Middle School serves the northern part of Rockledge, FL, covering an area of approximately 20.3 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ronald Mcnair Magnet Middle School's student population of 262 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
262 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Ronald Mcnair Magnet Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ronald Mcnair Magnet Middle School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1799 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
29%
38%
Black
37%
21%
White
23%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ronald Mcnair Magnet Middle School's ranking?
Ronald Mcnair Magnet Middle School is ranked #1799 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ronald Mcnair Magnet Middle School often compared to?
Ronald Mcnair Magnet Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John F. Kennedy Middle School, Edgewood Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ronald Mcnair Magnet Middle School?
262 students attend Ronald Mcnair Magnet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Ronald Mcnair Magnet Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ronald Mcnair Magnet Middle School?
Ronald Mcnair Magnet Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ronald Mcnair Magnet Middle School offer ?
Ronald Mcnair Magnet Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ronald Mcnair Magnet Middle School part of?
Ronald Mcnair Magnet Middle School is part of Brevard School District.
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