Ronald McNair Magnet Middle School vs Thomas Jefferson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Florida, United States, 5.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ronald McNair Magnet Middle School
Rockledge · Public middle · Grades 7–8
262 students
Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Merritt Island · Public middle · Grades 7–8
481 students
| Measure | Ronald McNair Magnet Middle School Rockledge, Florida | Thomas Jefferson Middle School Merritt Island, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #199 of 563 | #165 of 563 |
| National rank | #4646 of 15,369 | #3964 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 262 | 481 |
| Enrollment | 262 | 481 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.2% | 47% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 71% |
| city | Rockledge | Merritt Island |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas Jefferson Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.2 vs 63.8).
- •Thomas Jefferson Middle School does better on math proficiency (71% vs 58%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Middle School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 58%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47% vs 62.2%).
- •Ronald McNair Magnet Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 18.5).
- •Thomas Jefferson Middle School is the larger school with 481 students compared with 262.
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 Ronald McNair Magnet Middle School better than Thomas Jefferson Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas Jefferson Middle School ranks higher (67.2 vs 63.8 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 Ronald McNair Magnet Middle School and Thomas Jefferson Middle School?
About 5.1 km in a straight line, between Rockledge and Merritt Island in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ronald McNair Magnet Middle School: 262. Thomas Jefferson Middle School: 481. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ronald McNair Magnet Middle School and Thomas Jefferson Middle School rank in Florida?
Ronald McNair Magnet Middle School is 199th of 563 and Thomas Jefferson Middle School is 165th of 563 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).