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 Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1 students
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% 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
Community Size
School Overview
Roosevelt High - Sws's student population of 1 students has stayed relatively flat 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 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
n/a
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
≥80%
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 80%, which is lower 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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