Theodore Roosevelt High School, usually referred to simply as Roosevelt High School or TRHS, is a public secondary school located on the west side of Des Moines, Iowa.
Serving 2,039 students in grades 9-12, Roosevelt High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,039 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roosevelt High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Roosevelt High School's student population of 2,039 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,039 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1923
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Roosevelt High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt High School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#881 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
17%
13%
Black
25%
7%
White
44%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt High School's ranking?
Roosevelt High School is ranked #881 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Roosevelt High School often compared to?
Roosevelt High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley High School, Urbandale High 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 64% IA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA 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 Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Roosevelt High School?
2,039 students attend Roosevelt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Roosevelt High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roosevelt High School?
Roosevelt High School has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Roosevelt High School offer ?
Roosevelt High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Roosevelt High School part of?
Roosevelt High School is part of Des Moines Independent Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is Roosevelt High School located?
Roosevelt High School is located in the Waveland Park neighborhood of Des Moines, IA. There are 1 other public schools located in Waveland Park.
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