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#865 of 1,356 schools in AL
Ronald Mcnair 78
Middle School · Huntsville City
5000 Pulaski Pike, Huntsville, AL 35810
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#865 of 1,356
In Huntsville
#36 of 47
public schools
In district
#33 of 43
Huntsville City
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Ronald Mcnair 78
Ronald Mcnair 78 is a public middle school in Huntsville, AL, part of Huntsville City. Ronald Mcnair 78 serves approximately 411 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ronald Mcnair 78 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #865 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Ronald Mcnair 78 show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- AL avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Ronald Mcnair 78 sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Ronald Mcnair 78 runs 20.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
36% of students at Ronald Mcnair 78 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Ronald Mcnair 78 — Students at Ronald Mcnair 78 score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 16 test records from AL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Ronald Mcnair 78 Compares
See how Ronald Mcnair 78 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5000 Pulaski Pike, Huntsville, AL 35810
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ronald Mcnair 78 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Academy For Science Foreign Language Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Academy for Academics and Arts Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Huntsville, see our Huntsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35810 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,963
Median Home Value
$126,100
Median Rent
$1,097/mo
Population
32,705
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Demopolis Middle School Demopolis, AL | 5.7 |
| Fayette Middle School Fayette, AL | 5.7 |
| Handley Middle School Roanoke, AL | 5.7 |
| W F Burns Middle School Valley, AL | 5.7 |
| Cleburne County Middle School Heflin, AL | 5.8 |
| Deshler Middle School Tuscumbia, AL | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ronald Mcnair 78
What grades does Ronald Mcnair 78 serve?
Ronald Mcnair 78 serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Ronald Mcnair 78?
Ronald Mcnair 78 has an enrollment of approximately 411 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ronald Mcnair 78?
The student-teacher ratio at Ronald Mcnair 78 is 20.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ronald Mcnair 78 rank in AL?
Ronald Mcnair 78 ranks #865 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Ronald Mcnair 78's MySchoolScout rating?
Ronald Mcnair 78 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ronald Mcnair 78?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ronald Mcnair 78 has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is Ronald Mcnair 78 a charter school?
No, Ronald Mcnair 78 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ronald Mcnair 78 a Title I school?
No, Ronald Mcnair 78 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ronald Mcnair 78?
88.1% of students at Ronald Mcnair 78 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 411
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Madison County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.0%
- Phone
- (256) 428-7660
Resources & Links
District
Huntsville City- District Enrollment
- 23,649
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,146
- District Rank
- #33 of 43
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