Serving 353 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roosevelt Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Roosevelt Elementary School serves a central area in Chicago Heights, IL, encompassing approximately 1.5 square miles. Families within this attendance zone typically live 5-10 minutes away, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roosevelt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Roosevelt Elementary School's student population of 353 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
353 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
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School Rankings
Roosevelt Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1843 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025 (no data for 2021)
Hispanic
80%
29%
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Black
15%
16%
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White
3%
45%
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Two or more races
2%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
2%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt Elementary School's ranking?
Roosevelt Elementary School is ranked #1843 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Roosevelt Elementary School?
353 students attend Roosevelt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Roosevelt Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roosevelt Elementary School?
Roosevelt Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Roosevelt Elementary School offer ?
Roosevelt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Roosevelt Elementary School part of?
Roosevelt Elementary School is part of Chicago Heights SD 170 School District.
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