Serving 490 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Roosevelt School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roosevelt School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Roosevelt School's student population of 490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Mascot
Eagle
School Rankings
Roosevelt School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#70 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
29%
10%
Hispanic
13%
34%
Black
1%
15%
White
51%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (00-01)
1%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt School's ranking?
Roosevelt School is ranked #70 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Roosevelt School often compared to?
Roosevelt Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherry Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Roosevelt School?
490 students attend Roosevelt School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Roosevelt School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roosevelt School?
Roosevelt School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Roosevelt School offer ?
Roosevelt School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Roosevelt School part of?
Roosevelt School is part of River Edge School District.
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