RONALD MCNAIR ACADEMY

Ronald McNair Academy is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Ravenswood City Elementary school district, located in East Palo Alto, CA with about 114 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 4 teachers, Ronald McNair Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 28:1. 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 Academy, located in East Palo Alto, California, is a public elementary school serving students within the Ravenswood City School District. Named after the distinguished physicist and NASA astronaut Ronald McNair, the school operates under the mission of providing a rigorous and supportive academic environment that prepares students for success in middle school, high school, and beyond. The campus is deeply integrated into the local community, emphasizing a culture of high expectations, character development, and academic achievement for its diverse student population.

As part of the Ravenswood City School District, the academy focuses on closing the opportunity gap by offering a curriculum designed to foster critical thinking and foundational literacy and numeracy skills. The school typically engages in initiatives to support the social-emotional well-being of its students, reflecting the district’s broader commitment to equity and community-driven education. By maintaining a focus on both scholastic excellence and the personal growth of its learners, Ronald McNair Academy strives to empower its students to reach their full potential within a collaborative and inclusive setting.

For more information, contact Ronald McNair Academy at (650) 329-2800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.