Serving 1,127 students in grades 9-12, Roosevelt High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,127 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roosevelt High School's student population of 1,127 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,127 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1956
School Rankings
Roosevelt High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2536 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
56%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
39%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
86%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt High School's ranking?
Roosevelt High School is ranked #2536 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Roosevelt High School often compared to?
Roosevelt High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freeport High School, Elmont Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Roosevelt High School?
The graduation rate of Roosevelt High School is 86%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Roosevelt High School?
1,127 students attend Roosevelt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Roosevelt High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roosevelt High School?
Roosevelt High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Roosevelt High School offer ?
Roosevelt High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Roosevelt High School part of?
Roosevelt High School is part of Roosevelt Union Free School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school is garbage compared to other schools. Not only my experience, but also my kids and their friends.
4 10/10/2025
The best school I have seen.
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