Serving 1,785 students in grades 9-12, Roosevelt High School - 03 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,785 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Top 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Roosevelt High School serves the northwest part of Sioux Falls, SD, covering an area of approximately 46.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone takes about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge being around 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roosevelt High School - 03's student population of 1,785 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,785 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1991
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate and prepare each student to succeed in a changing world
School Rankings
Roosevelt High School - 03 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt High School - 03 is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#350 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
82%
84%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.9%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt High School - 03's ranking?
Roosevelt High School - 03 is ranked #350 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Roosevelt High School - 03 often compared to?
Roosevelt High School - 03is often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln High School - 02, Washington High School - 01 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Roosevelt High School - 03?
The graduation rate of Roosevelt High School - 03 is 82%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Roosevelt High School - 03?
1,785 students attend Roosevelt High School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Roosevelt High School - 03 students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roosevelt High School - 03?
Roosevelt High School - 03 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Roosevelt High School - 03 offer ?
Roosevelt High School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Roosevelt High School - 03 part of?
Roosevelt High School - 03 is part of Sioux Falls School District 49-5.
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