Serving 428 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Roosevelt Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Roosevelt serves the northwest area of Kearny, NJ, covering approximately 0.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roosevelt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Roosevelt Elementary School's student population of 428 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
428 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Roosevelt Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1198 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
11%
Hispanic
52%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
39%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt Elementary School's ranking?
Roosevelt Elementary School is ranked #1198 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Roosevelt Elementary School often compared to?
Roosevelt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Schuyler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Roosevelt Elementary School?
428 students attend Roosevelt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Roosevelt Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roosevelt Elementary School?
Roosevelt Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Roosevelt Elementary School offer ?
Roosevelt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Roosevelt Elementary School part of?
Roosevelt Elementary School is part of Kearny School District.
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