Theodore Roosevelt High School, often referred to as Kent Roosevelt, is a public high school in Kent, Ohio, United States.
Serving 1,256 students in grades 9-12, Theodore Roosevelt High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,256 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Theodore Roosevelt High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Theodore Roosevelt High School's student population of 1,256 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has grown by 71% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Year Founded
1868
School Rankings
Theodore Roosevelt High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Theodore Roosevelt High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1372 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
12%
17%
White
73%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Theodore Roosevelt High School's ranking?
Theodore Roosevelt High School is ranked #1372 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Theodore Roosevelt High School often compared to?
Theodore Roosevelt High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Field High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Theodore Roosevelt High School?
The graduation rate of Theodore Roosevelt High School is 96%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Theodore Roosevelt High School?
1,256 students attend Theodore Roosevelt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Theodore Roosevelt High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Theodore Roosevelt High School?
Theodore Roosevelt High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Theodore Roosevelt High School offer ?
Theodore Roosevelt High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Theodore Roosevelt High School part of?
Theodore Roosevelt High School is part of Kent City School District.
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