Roosevelt High School, or simply Roosevelt, is a public school located in the Standish neighborhood of Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. A part of the Minneapolis Public Schools, it is named after 26th United States President Theodore Roosevelt.
Roosevelt High - Sws serves 1 students in grades 9-12.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1 students
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roosevelt High - Sws ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Community Size
School Overview
Roosevelt High - Sws's student population of 1 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1 student
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1923
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Enter to learn, leave to serve
School Rankings
The diversity score of Roosevelt High - Sws is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
100%
12%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Roosevelt High - Sws?
The graduation rate of Roosevelt High - Sws is 90-94%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Roosevelt High - Sws?
1 students attend Roosevelt High - Sws.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Roosevelt High - Sws students are Black.
What grades does Roosevelt High - Sws offer ?
Roosevelt High - Sws offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Roosevelt High - Sws part of?
Roosevelt High - Sws is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Roosevelt High - Sws located?
Roosevelt High - Sws is located in the Standish neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in Standish.
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