Serving 413 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ps/ms 147 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 21% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair's student population of 413 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
2015
School Motto
Launching Leaders of Tomorrow
School Rankings
Ps/ms 147 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 Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair is 0.37, which is less 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
#3761 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
15%
30%
Black
78%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair's ranking?
Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair is ranked #3761 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair?
413 students attend Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair?
Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair offer ?
Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair part of?
Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair is part of New York City Geographic District #29 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair located?
Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair is located in the Jamaica neighborhood of Cambria Heights, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Jamaica.
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