Serving 625 students in grades 5-8, Roosevelt School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 625 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roosevelt School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Roosevelt School's student population of 625 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
625 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire and empower all learners to achieve their personal best
School Rankings
Roosevelt School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#185 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
64%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt School's ranking?
Roosevelt School is ranked #185 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Roosevelt School often compared to?
Roosevelt Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Roosevelt School?
625 students attend Roosevelt School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Roosevelt School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roosevelt School?
Roosevelt School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Roosevelt School offer ?
Roosevelt School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Roosevelt School part of?
Roosevelt School is part of River Forest SD 90 School District.
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