Dr Ronald McNair High School vs James J Ferris High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Jersey, United States, 763 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr Ronald McNair High School
Jersey City · Public high · Grades 9–12
716 students
James J Ferris High School
Jersey City · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,364 students
| Measure | Dr Ronald McNair High School Jersey City, New Jersey | James J Ferris High School Jersey City, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #21 of 357 | #336 of 357 |
| National rank | #492 of 16,910 | #15461 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 716 | 1,364 |
| Enrollment | 716 | 1,364 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.2% | 72.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 98% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 90% | 4% |
| city | Jersey City | Jersey City |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dr Ronald McNair High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.5 vs 18.9).
- •Dr Ronald McNair High School does better on math proficiency (90% vs 4%).
- •Dr Ronald McNair High School does better on reading proficiency (98% vs 23%).
- •Dr Ronald McNair High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.2% vs 72.1%).
- •Dr Ronald McNair High School does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 13.8).
- •James J Ferris High School is the larger school with 1,364 students compared with 716.
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 Dr Ronald McNair High School better than James J Ferris High School?
On the Success Index (US), Dr Ronald McNair High School ranks higher (86.5 vs 18.9 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 Dr Ronald McNair High School and James J Ferris High School?
About 763 m in a straight line, between Jersey City and Jersey City in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr Ronald McNair High School: 716. James J Ferris High School: 1,364. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr Ronald McNair High School and James J Ferris High School rank in New Jersey?
Dr Ronald McNair High School is 21st of 357 and James J Ferris High School is 336th of 357 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).