Very Good
#660 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 25% in state
Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary
Elementary School · Guilford County Schools
4603 Yanceyville Road, Browns Summit, NC 27214
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#660 of 2,648
In Browns Summit
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#32 of 121
Guilford County Schools
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary
Elementary School in Browns Summit · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary
Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary is a public elementary school in Browns Summit, NC, part of Guilford County Schools. Ronald E.
Mcnair Elementary serves approximately 458 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #660 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary 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.
32% of students at Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary 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 E. Mcnair Elementary — Students at Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 29 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary Compares
See how Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary 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
4603 Yanceyville Road, Browns Summit, NC 27214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Northern Guilford Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Greensboro), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jesse Wharton Elem (rated 8.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Greensboro), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Summit Creek Academy (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Browns Summit, see our Browns Summit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Piedmont Classical High School Browns Summit | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| IMPACT JOURNEY SCHOOL Greensboro | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Brightwood Elementary Greensboro | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Summit Creek Academy Browns Summit | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Rankin Elementary Greensboro | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| LIONHEART ACADEMY OF THE TRIAD Greensboro | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Page High Greensboro | 3.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Ceasar Cone Elementary Greensboro | 3.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Aggie Academy Greensboro | 3.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Northern Guilford Middle Greensboro | 3.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Mendenhall Middle Greensboro | 3.8 mi | 3.8 |
| ST PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greensboro | 4.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Northern Guilford High Greensboro | 3.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Guilford Preparatory Academy Greensboro | 3.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Jesse Wharton Elem Greensboro | 3.4 mi | 8.5 |
| James Y Joyner Elementary Greensboro | 3.9 mi | 6.0 |
| GREENSBORO DAY SCHOOL Greensboro | 3.6 mi | 7.7 |
| SCALE School Greensboro | 4.6 mi | — |
| Northern Guilford Elementary Greensboro | 4.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Irving Park Elementary Greensboro | 4.9 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,482
Median Home Value
$298,200
Median Rent
$1,178/mo
Population
14,929
College Educated
30.1%
Homeownership
71.9%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
35
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beaverdam Elementary Raleigh, NC | 7.6 |
| Efland Cheeks Elementary Efland, NC | 7.6 |
| Emereau: Bladen Elizabethtown, NC | 7.6 |
| Fairview Elementary Monroe, NC | 7.6 |
| G W Carver Elementary Pinetops, NC | 7.6 |
| Grover Elementary Grover, NC | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary
What grades does Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary serve?
Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary?
Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 458 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary rank in NC?
Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary ranks #660 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 E. Mcnair Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).
Is Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary a charter school?
No, Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary?
99.3% of students at Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 458
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Guilford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.3%
- Phone
- (336) 691-5460
Resources & Links
District
Guilford County Schools- District Enrollment
- 67,832
- Schools in District
- 124
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,897
- District Rank
- #32 of 121
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