Serving 2,597 students in grades 9-12, Roosevelt High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,597 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roosevelt High School's student population of 2,597 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 171 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,597 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
171 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roosevelt High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5662 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
66%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
14%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt High School's ranking?
Roosevelt High School is ranked #5662 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Roosevelt High School?
The graduation rate of Roosevelt High School is 79%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Roosevelt High School?
2,597 students attend Roosevelt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Roosevelt High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% 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 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
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 North East ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Roosevelt High School located?
Roosevelt High School is located in the Northeast Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 30 other public schools located in Northeast Side.
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