Serving 216 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair's student population of 216 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
216 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every child has a right to a quality education, in a safe and secure environment which reflects high academic standards.
School Rankings
P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3370 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
17%
30%
Black
69%
16%
White
9%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair's ranking?
P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair is ranked #3370 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair?
216 students attend P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair?
P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair offer ?
P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair part of?
P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair is part of New York City Geographic District #16 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair located?
P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair is located in the Ocean Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 14 other public schools located in Ocean Hill.
School Reviews
4 5/9/2022
Miss Zulfiqar is the best STEM teacher ever !! I have the thrive to be like her. Thank you for teaching me what you taught me and this will be going forward in my life !!
5 5/6/2021
EXCELLENT SCHOOL THAT IS CHANGING THE FACE OF DISTRICT 16!!!
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