Dr. Ronald E. McNair Academic High School offers curriculum through a variety of AP and Honors level courses. 100 percent of its students enroll in AP courses. The high school offers nearly two dozen AP courses. Opportunities to earn early college credits during high school are an option for qualified students.

Beyond traditional courses, the high school requires students to complete 50 hours of community service.

After receiving their diplomas, 89 percent of students enroll in a two- or four-year college within 16 months.

Dr. Ronald E. McNair Academic High School offers extracurricular activities such as an academic competition team, cross-country, and track and field. The high school also offers an internal visual and performing arts programs.

Economically disadvantaged students make up 47 percent of the student body.

The U.S. Department of Education recognized Dr. Ronald E. McNair Academic High School as a Blue Ribbon School.

The high school bases admission on a variety of factors, including PSAT scores, academic performance during middle school, teacher recommendations, and extracurricular activities.