Serving 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Roosevelt Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Roosevelt Elementary School serves the southern part of Mason City, IA, covering an area of approximately 43.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone is about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge being 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roosevelt Elementary School's student population of 348 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Roosevelt Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#864 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
68%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
70%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
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American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
16%
14%
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Black
7%
7%
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White
60%
70%
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Hawaiian
7%
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt Elementary School's ranking?
Roosevelt Elementary School is ranked #864 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Roosevelt Elementary School often compared to?
Roosevelt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harding Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Roosevelt Elementary School?
348 students attend Roosevelt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Roosevelt Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roosevelt Elementary School?
Roosevelt Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Roosevelt Elementary School offer ?
Roosevelt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Roosevelt Elementary School part of?
Roosevelt Elementary School is part of Mason City Comm School District.
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