Roosevelt High School is a public high school in Portland, Oregon, United States. It is located in the St. Johns neighborhood.
Serving 1,450 students in grades 9-12, Roosevelt High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roosevelt High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Roosevelt High School's student population of 1,450 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,450 students
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Year Founded
1922
Colors
Black and Gold
School Rankings
Roosevelt High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#960 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
37%
26%
Black
14%
3%
White
33%
57%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
11%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Roughriders
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt High School's ranking?
Roosevelt High School is ranked #960 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Roosevelt High School often compared to?
Roosevelt High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson High School, Benson Polytechnic High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Roosevelt High School?
The graduation rate of Roosevelt High School is 77%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Roosevelt High School?
1,450 students attend Roosevelt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Roosevelt High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roosevelt High School?
Roosevelt High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Roosevelt High School offer ?
Roosevelt High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Roosevelt High School part of?
Roosevelt High School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Roosevelt High School located?
Roosevelt High School is located in the North Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 14 other public schools located in North Portland.
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