Serving 524 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Roosevelt Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Roosevelt Elementary serves the northeast part of San Leandro, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families live within a typical 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 1.9 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roosevelt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Roosevelt Elementary School's student population of 524 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
524 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Roosevelt Elementary School ranks within the top 30% 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 0.77, which is more 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
#1950 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
23%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt Elementary School's ranking?
Roosevelt Elementary School is ranked #1950 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Roosevelt Elementary School often compared to?
Roosevelt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Elementary School, Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Roosevelt Elementary School?
524 students attend Roosevelt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Roosevelt Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roosevelt Elementary School?
Roosevelt Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, 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-5
What school district is Roosevelt Elementary School part of?
Roosevelt Elementary School is part of San Leandro Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Roosevelt Elementary School located?
Roosevelt Elementary School is located in the Broadmoor neighborhood of San Leandro, CA.
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