Serving 1,541 students in grades 9-12, Roosevelt High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,541 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roosevelt High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Roosevelt High School's student population of 1,541 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roosevelt High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#93 out of 2113 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
5%
5%
White
66%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt High School's ranking?
Roosevelt High School is ranked #93 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Roosevelt High School often compared to?
Roosevelt High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nathan Hale High School, Ballard High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Roosevelt High School?
The graduation rate of Roosevelt High School is 92%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Roosevelt High School?
1,541 students attend Roosevelt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Roosevelt High School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roosevelt High School?
Roosevelt High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Roosevelt High School offer ?
Roosevelt High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Roosevelt High School part of?
Roosevelt High School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Roosevelt High School located?
Roosevelt High School is located in the Northeast Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 9 other public schools located in Northeast Seattle.
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