Serving 529 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Roosevelt Steam Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roosevelt Steam Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Roosevelt Steam Academy's student population of 529 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
529 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roosevelt Steam Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt Steam Academy is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1506 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
61%
15%
Black
18%
13%
White
13%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt Steam Academy's ranking?
Roosevelt Steam Academy is ranked #1506 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Roosevelt Steam Academy often compared to?
Roosevelt Steam Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Beardsley Elementary School, Mary Beck Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Roosevelt Steam Academy?
529 students attend Roosevelt Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Roosevelt Steam Academy students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roosevelt Steam Academy?
Roosevelt Steam Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Roosevelt Steam Academy offer ?
Roosevelt Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Roosevelt Steam Academy part of?
Roosevelt Steam Academy is part of Elkhart Community Schools School District.
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