Serving 2,175 students in grades 9-12, Roosevelt High 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 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,175 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Roosevelt High serves the southern part of Fresno, CA, covering an area of approximately 9.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roosevelt High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Roosevelt High School's student population of 2,175 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,175 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1928
School Calendar
School Rankings
Roosevelt High 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 High School is 0.30, 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
#6850 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
83%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt High School's ranking?
Roosevelt High School is ranked #6850 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Roosevelt High School often compared to?
Roosevelt High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunnyside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Roosevelt High School?
The graduation rate of Roosevelt High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Roosevelt High School?
2,175 students attend Roosevelt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Roosevelt High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roosevelt High School?
Roosevelt High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Roosevelt High School offer ?
Roosevelt High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Roosevelt High School part of?
Roosevelt High School is part of Fresno Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Roosevelt High School located?
Roosevelt High School is located in the Roosevelt neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 32 other public schools located in Roosevelt.
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