Serving 478 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Roosevelt School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roosevelt School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Roosevelt School's student population of 478 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roosevelt School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#92 out of 2201 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
27%
10%
Hispanic
12%
33%
Black
2%
15%
White
55%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (00-01)
1%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt School's ranking?
Roosevelt School is ranked #92 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Roosevelt School often compared to?
Roosevelt Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherry Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Roosevelt School?
478 students attend Roosevelt School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Roosevelt School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roosevelt School?
Roosevelt School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Roosevelt School offer ?
Roosevelt School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Roosevelt School part of?
Roosevelt School is part of River Edge School District.
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