Roosevelt Elementary School

300 W 6th St
Mankato, MN 56001
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 319 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). 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 equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 319 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Top 10% in MN
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 10%)
  • : 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:

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School Overview

Roosevelt Elementary School's student population of 319 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Mascot
Raccoons

School Rankings

Roosevelt Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MN)
#145 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
65-69%
46%
65-69%
51%
50-54%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
14%
12%
White
70%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.48
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Raccoons
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Roosevelt Elementary School's ranking?
Roosevelt Elementary School is ranked #145 out of 1,773 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 Kennedy Elementary School, Monroe Elementary School, Hoover Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
319 students attend Roosevelt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Roosevelt Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Roosevelt Elementary School offer ?
Roosevelt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 319 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 10%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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