Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Roosevelt Theodore MiddleSchool ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roosevelt Theodore MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Roosevelt Theodore MiddleSchool's student population of 457 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roosevelt Theodore MiddleSchool ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt Theodore MiddleSchool is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2698 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
90%
14%
White
2%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt Theodore MiddleSchool's ranking?
Roosevelt Theodore MiddleSchool is ranked #2698 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Roosevelt Theodore MiddleSchool often compared to?
Roosevelt Theodore MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fitler Academics Plus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Roosevelt Theodore MiddleSchool?
457 students attend Roosevelt Theodore MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Roosevelt Theodore MiddleSchool students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roosevelt Theodore MiddleSchool?
Roosevelt Theodore MiddleSchool has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Roosevelt Theodore MiddleSchool offer ?
Roosevelt Theodore MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Roosevelt Theodore MiddleSchool part of?
Roosevelt Theodore MiddleSchool is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
In what neighborhood is Roosevelt Theodore MiddleSchool located?
Roosevelt Theodore MiddleSchool is located in the East Germantown neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 4 other public schools located in East Germantown.
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