Serving 866 students in grades 6-8, Roosevelt Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 866 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Roosevelt Middle serves the northwest part of Vista, CA, covering an area of approximately 12.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the school's edges, reaching up to 3.8 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roosevelt Middle School's student population of 866 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
866 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Experience, Inquire, Create, Reflect
School Rankings
Roosevelt Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt Middle School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6523 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
74%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt Middle School's ranking?
Roosevelt Middle School is ranked #6523 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Roosevelt Middle School often compared to?
Roosevelt Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guajome Park Academy Charter, Madison Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Roosevelt Middle School?
866 students attend Roosevelt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Roosevelt Middle School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roosevelt Middle School?
Roosevelt Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Roosevelt Middle School offer ?
Roosevelt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Roosevelt Middle School part of?
Roosevelt Middle School is part of Vista Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Roosevelt Middle School located?
Roosevelt Middle School is located in the Guajome neighborhood of Vista, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Guajome.
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80% of Hispanic, students need more diversity!!!
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