Serving 339 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Roosevelt Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roosevelt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Roosevelt Elementary School's student population of 339 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
339 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roosevelt Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#178 out of 1860 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
14%
12%
White
69%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt Elementary School's ranking?
Roosevelt Elementary School is ranked #178 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Roosevelt Elementary School often compared to?
Roosevelt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monroe Elementary School, Hoover Elementary School, Kennedy 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 45% MN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Roosevelt Elementary School?
339 students attend Roosevelt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Roosevelt Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roosevelt Elementary School?
Roosevelt Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Roosevelt Elementary School offer ?
Roosevelt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Roosevelt Elementary School part of?
Roosevelt Elementary School is part of Mankato Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Roosevelt Elementary School located?
Roosevelt Elementary School is located in the West Mankato neighborhood of Mankato, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in West Mankato.
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