Serving 400 students in grades 9-12, Roosevelt Stay High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 10-14% (Btm 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roosevelt Stay High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Roosevelt Stay High School's student population of 400 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roosevelt Stay High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 212 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt Stay High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#141 out of 212 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤20%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤20%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
41%
17%
Black
58%
65%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
10-14%
73%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt Stay High School's ranking?
Roosevelt Stay High School is ranked #141 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Roosevelt Stay High School often compared to?
Roosevelt Stay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ballou Stay High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Roosevelt Stay High School?
The graduation rate of Roosevelt Stay High School is 10-14%, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 73%.
How many students attend Roosevelt Stay High School?
400 students attend Roosevelt Stay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Roosevelt Stay High School students are Black, 41% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roosevelt Stay High School?
Roosevelt Stay High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Roosevelt Stay High School offer ?
Roosevelt Stay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Roosevelt Stay High School part of?
Roosevelt Stay High School is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 15, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 16, 2024 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
April 17, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
April 18, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break
April 19, 2024 (Friday)
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