Serving 270 students in grades 6-8, Roosevelt Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤1% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 3% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roosevelt Middle School's student population of 270 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
270 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Roosevelt Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt Middle School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1959 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
89%
9%
White
1%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt Middle School's ranking?
Roosevelt Middle School is ranked #1959 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 3% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Roosevelt Middle School?
270 students attend Roosevelt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Roosevelt Middle School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roosevelt Middle School?
Roosevelt Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Roosevelt Middle School offer ?
Roosevelt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Roosevelt Middle School part of?
Roosevelt Middle School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Roosevelt Middle School located?
Roosevelt Middle School is located in the Hillside neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 2 other public schools located in Hillside.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
I would not recommend this dumb school their lunch food is nasty and they can't teach have poor wifi rude staff the kids are out of control.
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