Jemison High School vs Ronald McNair 78
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alabama, United States, 115 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jemison High School
Huntsville · Public high · Grades 9–12
858 students
Ronald McNair 78
Huntsville · Public middle · Grades 7–8
390 students
| Measure | Jemison High School Huntsville, Alabama | Ronald McNair 78 Huntsville, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #243 of 304 | #254 of 263 |
| National rank | #14708 of 16,910 | #15053 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 858 | 390 |
| Enrollment | 858 | 390 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.5% | 77.4% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 19.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 8% |
| city | Huntsville | Huntsville |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jemison High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.3 vs 10.5).
- •Jemison High School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 8%).
- •Jemison High School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 15%).
- •Jemison High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.5% vs 77.4%).
- •Jemison High School is the larger school with 858 students compared with 390.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Jemison High School better than Ronald McNair 78?
On the Success Index (US), Jemison High School ranks higher (23.3 vs 10.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Jemison High School and Ronald McNair 78?
About 115 m in a straight line, between Huntsville and Huntsville in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jemison High School: 858. Ronald McNair 78: 390. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jemison High School and Ronald McNair 78 rank in Alabama?
Jemison High School is 243rd of 304 and Ronald McNair 78 is 254th of 263 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).