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#1878 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Roosevelt Elementary School

Elementary School · Mesa Unified District (4235)

828 S VALENCIA, Mesa, AZ 85202

Enrollment

506

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,878 of 2,006

In Mesa

#120 of 129

public schools

In district

#71 of 76

Mesa Unified District (4235)

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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3.7/10

Elementary School in Mesa · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Roosevelt Elementary School

Roosevelt Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mesa, AZ, part of Mesa Unified District (4235). Roosevelt Elementary School serves approximately 506 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Roosevelt Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,878 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Roosevelt Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.6 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

58% of students at Roosevelt Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.3Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism58.1%

Roosevelt Elementary School — Students at Roosevelt Elementary School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 35.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
48%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
30%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
24%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
24%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
20%
2022
Math
13%
ELA
18%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.5/10.

How Roosevelt Elementary School Compares

See how Roosevelt Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.7/10
6th percentile in AZ
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
58.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

828 S VALENCIA, Mesa, AZ 85202

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roosevelt Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ward Traditional Academy (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Tempe), which scores notably higher. Another option is Meyer Montessori (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Tempe), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fuller Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Tempe), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mesa, see our Mesa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
TEMPE MONTESSORI SCHOOL LTD Mesa 0.6 mi 3.3
Valley Preparatory Academy Tempe 0.8 mi 4.7
Washington Elementary School Mesa 1.1 mi 6.4
Adams Elementary School Mesa 0.9 mi 4.9
Connolly Middle School Tempe 1.1 mi 6.0
Curry Elementary School Tempe 1.2 mi 6.3
Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center Inc. - Mesa Phoenix 1.3 mi 5.8
AAEC Online Phoenix 1.3 mi 4.8
EVIT - East Valley Institute of Technology Mesa 1.3 mi 9.1
Webster Elementary School Mesa 1.5 mi 4.1
Rhodes Junior High School Mesa 1.5 mi 3.2
Flora Thew Elementary School Tempe 1.5 mi 4.7
Ward Traditional Academy Tempe 1.4 mi 8.4
Mcclintock High School Tempe 1.5 mi 5.9
SLAM Arizona Inc. Las Vegas 1.6 mi 7.5
Guerrero Elementary School Mesa 1.6 mi 4.4
East Valley Academy Mesa 1.9 mi 3.6
Redbird Elementary School Mesa 1.9 mi 3.9
Meyer Montessori Tempe 1.9 mi 8.3
Fuller Elementary School Tempe 2.2 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,582

Median Home Value

$334,200

Median Rent

$1,431/mo

Population

39,292

College Educated

34.1%

Homeownership

50.3%

Avg Commute

23.6 min

Poverty Rate

15.7%

Median Age

32.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roosevelt Elementary School

What grades does Roosevelt Elementary School serve?

Roosevelt Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Roosevelt Elementary School?

Roosevelt Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 506 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Elementary School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Roosevelt Elementary School rank in AZ?

Roosevelt Elementary School ranks #1,878 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Roosevelt Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Roosevelt Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Roosevelt Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Roosevelt Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Roosevelt Elementary School a charter school?

No, Roosevelt Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Roosevelt Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Roosevelt Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
76 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
506
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
58.1%

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