RONALD MCNAIR 78

Ronald McNair 78 is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Huntsville City school district, located in Huntsville, AL with about 410 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 19 teachers, Ronald McNair 78 has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Ronald McNair Middle School (often referred to as McNair 78) is a public school located in the northern region of Huntsville, Alabama. As part of the Huntsville City Schools district, the institution serves students in grades 6 through 8. Named in honor of Ronald McNair, the renowned physicist and NASA astronaut who perished in the Space Shuttle *Challenger* disaster, the school reflects a commitment to academic achievement and the spirit of exploration.

The school is situated on Pulaski Pike and provides a comprehensive middle school curriculum designed to prepare students for the transition to high school. By focusing on core academic subjects, elective programs, and extracurricular activities, McNair aims to foster a supportive learning environment that encourages both intellectual growth and character development within the local community. For the most current information regarding academic programs, faculty, or school policies, stakeholders are encouraged to visit the official Huntsville City Schools website.

For more information, contact Ronald McNair 78 at (256) 428-7660 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.