Serving 560 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Roosevelt Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Roosevelt Elementary serves a central area in Salinas, CA, covering approximately 0.8 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roosevelt Elementary School's student population of 560 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
560 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Roosevelt Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7531 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 1993–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
95%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
7%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt Elementary School's ranking?
Roosevelt Elementary School is ranked #7531 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Roosevelt Elementary School?
560 students attend Roosevelt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Roosevelt Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% 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 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Roosevelt Elementary School offer ?
Roosevelt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Roosevelt Elementary School part of?
Roosevelt Elementary School is part of Salinas City Elementary School District.
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