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 1,713 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 18:1 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,713 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ronald E. Mcnair High School's student population of 1,713 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,713 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 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 0.66, 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
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
42%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
1,713 students attend Ronald E. Mcnair High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Ronald E. Mcnair High School students are Asian, 39% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 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 18:1, 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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