Serving 788 students in grades 6-8, Roosevelt Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 788 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roosevelt Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Roosevelt Middle School's student population of 788 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
788 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roosevelt Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt Middle School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1379 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
50%
25%
Black
17%
10%
White
29%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt Middle School's ranking?
Roosevelt Middle School is ranked #1379 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Roosevelt Middle School?
788 students attend Roosevelt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Roosevelt Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roosevelt Middle School?
Roosevelt Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Roosevelt Middle School offer ?
Roosevelt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Roosevelt Middle School part of?
Roosevelt Middle School is part of New Bedford School District.
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