Serving 396 students in grades Kindergarten-5, F. D. Roosevelt Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: F. D. Roosevelt Elementary serves the northeast part of Lawndale, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. The school is typically a 5-10 minute drive for families living within the zone, which extends about 1 mile from its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
F. D. Roosevelt Elementary School's student population of 396 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
396 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
F. D. Roosevelt Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of F. D. Roosevelt Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5445 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
71%
56%
Black
18%
5%
White
2%
20%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is F. D. Roosevelt Elementary School's ranking?
F. D. Roosevelt Elementary School is ranked #5445 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are F. D. Roosevelt Elementary School often compared to?
F. D. Roosevelt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monterey Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend F. D. Roosevelt Elementary School?
396 students attend F. D. Roosevelt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of F. D. Roosevelt Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of F. D. Roosevelt Elementary School?
F. D. Roosevelt Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does F. D. Roosevelt Elementary School offer ?
F. D. Roosevelt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is F. D. Roosevelt Elementary School part of?
F. D. Roosevelt Elementary School is part of Lawndale Elementary School District.
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