Serving 583 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roosevelt Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roosevelt Elementary School's student population of 583 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roosevelt Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#592 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
21%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
66%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt Elementary School's ranking?
Roosevelt Elementary School is ranked #592 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Roosevelt Elementary School often compared to?
Roosevelt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rossman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Roosevelt Elementary School?
583 students attend Roosevelt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Roosevelt Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roosevelt Elementary School?
Roosevelt Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Roosevelt Elementary School offer ?
Roosevelt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Roosevelt Elementary School part of?
Roosevelt Elementary School is part of Detroit Lakes Public School District.
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