Serving 254 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roosevelt School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Roosevelt School serves the northwest part of Yuma, AZ, covering an area of approximately 7.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roosevelt School's student population of 254 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
254 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
School Motto
Roaring with Tiger Pride, Learning with Heart
School Rankings
Roosevelt School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1537 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
89%
49%
Black
3%
6%
White
3%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.7%
41.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt School's ranking?
Roosevelt School is ranked #1537 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Roosevelt School?
254 students attend Roosevelt School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Roosevelt School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roosevelt School?
Roosevelt School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Roosevelt School offer ?
Roosevelt School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Roosevelt School part of?
Roosevelt School is part of Yuma Elementary District (4499).
In what neighborhood is Roosevelt School located?
Roosevelt School is located in the Yuma Townsite neighborhood of Yuma, AZ. There are 5 other public schools located in Yuma Townsite.
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