Ronald E McNair Middle

Summary:

Ronald E McNair Middle is a public middle school in Atascosa, TX, serving 748 students in grades 6-8. The school is part of the Southwest Independent School District, which has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger, and the student population is predominantly Hispanic (89.71%).

Academically, Ronald E McNair Middle consistently ranks in the bottom half of Texas middle schools, with proficiency rates below the state and district averages in reading and math. However, the school performs exceptionally well in 8th grade Algebra I, where proficiency rates are around 97%, significantly higher than the Southwest ISD (25%) and state (45%) averages. The school's African American students also perform better than the overall student population, ranking in the top 20-55% of Texas middle schools for this subgroup.

While Ronald E McNair Middle faces challenges in improving overall academic achievement, the school has maintained relatively low dropout rates. The high percentage of economically disadvantaged students (76.87%) may be a contributing factor to the school's academic struggles, highlighting the need for targeted interventions and support. Comparing the school to higher-performing nearby schools, such as Medina Valley Middle, could provide valuable insights to help drive improvement at Ronald E McNair Middle.


Detail:

Public 6-8

 11553 Old Pearsall Rd
       Atascosa, TX  78002


(210) 622-4480

District: Southwest Independent School District (Isd)

SchoolDigger Rank:
1496th of 2,361 Texas Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $11,244 Help


Students who attend Ronald E McNair Middle usually attend:

High:    Southwest High School

Feeder schools for Ronald E McNair Middle:

Elementary:    Bob Hope Elementary
    Elm Creek Elementary
    Medio Creek Elementary
    Southwest Elementary
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Student/teacher ratio:  14.7 Help
Number of students:  748

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
89.7%
White:
6.6%
African American:
2.7%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  76.9% Help


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Compare Details Ronald E McNair Middle ranks worse than 63.4% of middle schools in Texas. It also ranks first among 4 ranked middle schools in the Southwest Independent School District (Isd)! (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 37.08. (See more...)
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The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (89.7%), White (6.6%), African American (2.7%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 76.9% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Ronald E McNair Middle is 14.7, which is the 2nd best among 4 middle schools in the Southwest Independent School District (Isd). (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Ronald E McNair Middle is $11,244, which is the 2nd highest among 4 middle schools in the Southwest Independent School District (Isd).
Schooldigger Rankings:

Ronald E McNair Middle was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.
SchoolDigger ranks Ronald E McNair Middle 1496th of 2361 Texas public middle schools. (See Ronald E McNair Middle in the ranking list.)

Southwest Independent School District (Isd):

SchoolDigger ranks Southwest Independent School District (Isd) 669th of 968 Texas school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Ronald E McNair Middle

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Rank History for all students at Ronald E McNair Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2009 42.50 1215th 1763 31.1%
2010 35.09 1423rd 1803 21.1%
2011 40.53 1386th 1895 26.9%
2012 18.33 1725th 1951 11.6%
2013 22.00 1697th 1973 14.0%
2014 19.86 1735th 1987 12.7%
2015 29.11 1590th 2043 22.2%
2016 39.89 1304th 1987 34.4%
2017 38.88 1224th 2027 39.6%
2018 35.06 1382nd 2080 33.6%
2019 34.85 1458th 2193 33.5%
2021 30.37 1573rd 2252 30.2%
2022 39.15 1353rd 2254 40.0%
2023 41.28 1346th 2330 42.2%
2024 37.08 1496th 2361 36.6%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Ronald E McNair Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 32.12 1024th 1376 25.6%
2019 37.07 919th 1445 36.4%
2021 39.70 920th 1592 42.2%
2022 52.25 579th 1643 64.8%
2023 56.73 558th 1720 67.6%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Ronald E McNair Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 45.87 685th 1597 57.1%
2019 39.26 920th 1626 43.4%
2021 27.98 1403rd 1712 18.0%
2022 39.06 1009th 1757 42.6%
2023 28.58 1477th 1815 18.6%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Ronald E McNair Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 40.42 1235th 2039 39.4%
2019 37.27 1387th 2073 33.1%
2021 36.45 1434th 2172 34.0%
2022 42.42 1251st 2220 43.6%
2023 45.45 1184th 2251 47.4%
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Rank History for Female students at Ronald E McNair Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 35.77 1351st 2008 32.7%
2019 32.89 1467th 2047 28.3%
2021 28.36 1607th 2151 25.3%
2022 42.85 1221st 2221 45.0%
2023 38.93 1388th 2241 38.1%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Ronald E McNair Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 28.62 1200th 1430 16.1%
2019 33.56 1155th 1446 20.1%
2021 26.49 1217th 1501 18.9%
2022 45.52 1006th 1488 32.4%
2023 39.70 1102nd 1481 25.6%
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Rank History for At Risk students at Ronald E McNair Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 28.10 1664th 2008 17.1%
2019 31.57 1536th 2058 25.4%
2021 28.60 1701st 2118 19.7%
2022 43.29 1141st 2182 47.7%
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Rank History for Male students at Ronald E McNair Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 33.31 1396th 2030 31.2%
2019 36.49 1338th 2069 35.3%
2021 33.75 1429th 2168 34.1%
2022 35.96 1449th 2228 35.0%
2023 42.93 1243rd 2245 44.6%
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Rank History for African American students at Ronald E McNair Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 63.90 308th 1167 73.6%
2019 72.42 226th 1193 81.1%
2021 57.32 378th 1213 68.8%
2022 47.96 554th 1251 55.7%
2023 76.07 201st 1273 84.2%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Ronald E McNair Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 39.25 1124th 1895 40.7%
2019 40.57 1142nd 1935 41.0%
2021 35.67 1327th 2043 35.0%
2022 44.73 1076th 2077 48.2%
2023 47.11 1044th 2116 50.7%
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Rank History for White students at Ronald E McNair Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 42.37 963rd 1673 42.4%
2019 31.86 1256th 1684 25.4%
2021 28.50 1360th 1700 20.0%
2022 50.15 842nd 1723 51.1%
2023 48.30 917th 1749 47.6%
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Data source: test scores: Texas Education Agency, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Ronald E McNair Middle

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 261 49 9 764 n/a n/a n/a 0 1083
1989 235 48 12 814 0 n/a n/a 0 1109
1990 235 49 5 815 0 n/a n/a 0 1104
1991 205 34 3 544 0 n/a n/a 0 786
1992 213 29 10 558 0 n/a n/a 0 810
1993 220 47 10 599 1 n/a n/a 0 877
1994 226 39 5 625 2 n/a n/a 0 897
1995 228 46 7 687 1 n/a n/a 0 969
1996 228 46 7 687 1 n/a n/a 0 969
1997 229 65 8 778 0 n/a n/a 0 1080
1998 243 65 5 781 1 n/a n/a 0 1095
1999 239 68 1 765 1 n/a n/a 0 1074
2000 92 26 2 576 1 n/a n/a 0 697
2001 91 26 3 574 3 n/a n/a 0 697
2002 70 24 2 641 2 n/a n/a 0 739
2003 70 24 2 641 2 n/a n/a 0 739
2004 75 24 3 673 0 n/a n/a 0 775
2005 52 21 4 666 2 n/a n/a 0 745
2006 63 21 4 665 3 n/a n/a 0 756
2007 62 20 3 654 1 n/a n/a 0 740
2008 61 25 4 694 3 n/a n/a 0 787
2009 99 13 1 749 2 n/a n/a 0 864
2010 89 13 3 788 1 n/a n/a 0 894
2011 63 12 1 846 2 0 4 0 928
2012 66 17 2 908 0 0 6 0 999
2013 69 21 1 957 0 0 4 0 1052
2014 76 28 1 1009 2 0 5 0 1121
2015 73 28 1 1055 1 0 6 0 1164
2016 80 31 2 1096 1 0 6 0 1216
2017 67 16 0 688 1 0 1 0 773
2018 55 14 0 659 0 0 1 0 729
2019 64 10 0 656 1 1 6 0 738
2020 62 13 0 663 0 0 3 0 741
2021 65 12 1 671 1 0 4 0 754
2022 47 17 1 676 1 0 3 0 745
2023 49 20 1 671 0 0 7 0 748

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

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Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Ronald E McNair Middle

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 1083 59.0 18.3 n/a
1989 1109 n/a n/a n/a
1990 1104 55.0 20.0 n/a
1991 786 55.4 14.1 n/a
1992 810 40.8 19.8 45.7
1993 877 49.0 17.9 51.2
1994 897 54.0 16.6 47.9
1995 969 66.0 14.7 46
1996 969 66.0 14.7 46
1997 1080 71.0 15.2 48.3
1998 1095 71.0 15.4 50.4
1999 1074 82.0 13.1 62.4
2000 697 50.7 13.7 79.5
2001 697 51.2 13.6 79.1
2002 739 50.4 14.7 82.1
2003 739 50.4 14.7 82.1
2004 775 46.6 16.6 83.4
2005 745 46.6 16.0 84.2
2006 756 45.1 16.8 82.5
2007 740 49.8 14.9 82.6
2008 787 48.4 16.3 82.7
2009 864 59.3 14.6 78.9
2010 894 60.0 14.9 82
2011 928 60.0 15.4 82.4
2012 999 57.1 17.4 81.7
2013 1052 57.2 18.3 83.1
2014 1121 62.5 17.9 81
2015 1164 71.0 16.3 80.1
2016 1216 77.0 15.7 77.6
2017 773 54.0 14.3 72.8
2018 729 51.8 14.0 75.3
2019 738 50.6 14.5 80.4
2020 741 49.5 14.9 81
2021 754 51.5 14.6 80.4
2022 745 54.4 13.6 81.9
2023 748 50.8 14.7 76.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Ronald E McNair Middle

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 1083 59.0 18.3 n/a
1989 1109 n/a n/a n/a
1990 1104 55.0 20.0 n/a
1991 786 55.4 14.1 n/a
1992 810 40.8 19.8 45.7
1993 877 49.0 17.9 51.2
1994 897 54.0 16.6 47.9
1995 969 66.0 14.7 46
1996 969 66.0 14.7 46
1997 1080 71.0 15.2 48.3
1998 1095 71.0 15.4 50.4
1999 1074 82.0 13.1 62.4
2000 697 50.7 13.7 79.5
2001 697 51.2 13.6 79.1
2002 739 50.4 14.7 82.1
2003 739 50.4 14.7 82.1
2004 775 46.6 16.6 83.4
2005 745 46.6 16.0 84.2
2006 756 45.1 16.8 82.5
2007 740 49.8 14.9 82.6
2008 787 48.4 16.3 82.7
2009 864 59.3 14.6 78.9
2010 894 60.0 14.9 82
2011 928 60.0 15.4 82.4
2012 999 57.1 17.4 81.7
2013 1052 57.2 18.3 83.1
2014 1121 62.5 17.9 81
2015 1164 71.0 16.3 80.1
2016 1216 77.0 15.7 77.6
2017 773 54.0 14.3 72.8
2018 729 51.8 14.0 75.3
2019 738 50.6 14.5 80.4
2020 741 49.5 14.9 81
2021 754 51.5 14.6 80.4
2022 745 54.4 13.6 81.9
2023 748 50.8 14.7 76.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Ronald E McNair Middle

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,371 (12.8%) $9,372 (87.2%) $10,743
2020 $945 (8.7%) $9,935 (91.3%) $10,880
2021 $1,506 (13.4%) $9,738 (86.6%) $11,244

Data source: Texas Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Ronald E McNair Middle

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 1458th of 2193 Middle schoolsRanks 1346th of 2330 Middle schools
 8.7%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
6th Grade Reading (Ronald E McNair Middle)3038
 8%
   6th Grade Reading (Southwest Independent School District (Isd))2439
 15%
   6th Grade Reading (Texas)3550
 15%
6th Grade Mathematics (Ronald E McNair Middle)4522
 23%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Southwest Independent School District (Isd))3318
 15%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Texas)4537
 8%
7th Grade Reading (Ronald E McNair Middle)3543
 8%
   7th Grade Reading (Southwest Independent School District (Isd))3638
 2%
   7th Grade Reading (Texas)4752
 5%
7th Grade Mathematics (Ronald E McNair Middle)3631
 5%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Southwest Independent School District (Isd))2923
 6%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Texas)4135
 6%
8th Grade Reading (Ronald E McNair Middle)4148
 7%
   8th Grade Reading (Southwest Independent School District (Isd))3643
 7%
   8th Grade Reading (Texas)5356
 3%
8th Grade Mathematics (Ronald E McNair Middle)3834
 4%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Southwest Independent School District (Isd))1523
 8%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Texas)5544
 11%
8th Grade Science (Ronald E McNair Middle)3745
 8%
   8th Grade Science (Southwest Independent School District (Isd))2932
 3%
   8th Grade Science (Texas)4945
 4%
8th Grade Social Studies (Ronald E McNair Middle)2136
 15%
   8th Grade Social Studies (Southwest Independent School District (Isd))2222
   8th Grade Social Studies (Texas)3531
 4%
End of Course Algebra I (Ronald E McNair Middle)4998
 49%
   End of Course Algebra I (Southwest Independent School District (Isd))4625
 21%
   End of Course Algebra I (Texas)6245
 17%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students738748
 1.4%
African American1020
 100%
American Indian10
 100%
Asian01
Hispanic656671
 2.3%
Pacific Islander10
 100%
White6449
 23.4%
Two or More Races67
 16.7%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients80.4%76.9%
 3.5%


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Ronald E McNair Middle ranks 1496th of 2361 Texas middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

In the 2022-23 school year, 748 students attended Ronald E McNair Middle.

Students who attend Ronald E McNair Middle usually go on to attend Southwest High School

Students at Ronald E McNair Middle are 90% Hispanic, 7% White, 3% African American.


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