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#4650 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 49% in state
Roosevelt Elementary
Elementary School · Bakersfield City
2324 Verde St., Bakersfield, CA 93304
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,650 of 9,539
In Bakersfield
#53 of 145
public schools
In district
#10 of 44
Bakersfield City
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Roosevelt Elementary
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About Roosevelt Elementary
Roosevelt Elementary is a public elementary school in Bakersfield, CA, part of Bakersfield City. Roosevelt Elementary serves approximately 412 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Roosevelt Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,650 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Roosevelt Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Roosevelt Elementary 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
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Roosevelt Elementary — Students at Roosevelt Elementary score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.
How Roosevelt Elementary Compares
See how Roosevelt Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2324 Verde St., Bakersfield, CA 93304
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Roosevelt Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Downtown Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Munsey Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Frank West Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bakersfield, see our Bakersfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Francis Bakersfield | 0.4 mi | — |
| William Penn Elementary Bakersfield | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Evergreen Elementary Bakersfield | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Bakersfield High Bakersfield | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| AGAPELAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bakersfield | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Rafer Johnson Bakersfield | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Sequoia Jr. High Bakersfield | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Emerson Middle Bakersfield | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Franklin Elementary Bakersfield | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Vista Continuation High Bakersfield | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| McKinley Elementary Bakersfield | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Munsey Elementary Bakersfield | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Kern County Special Education Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Kern County Community Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Kern County Juvenile Court Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Wayside Elementary Bakersfield | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Caroline Harris Elementary Bakersfield | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Curran Middle Bakersfield | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Frank West Elementary Bakersfield | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Downtown Elementary Bakersfield | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,627
Median Home Value
$228,800
Median Rent
$1,141/mo
Population
51,457
College Educated
11.1%
Homeownership
43.5%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
27.4%
Median Age
29.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Roosevelt Elementary
What grades does Roosevelt Elementary serve?
Roosevelt Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Roosevelt Elementary?
Roosevelt Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 412 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Elementary is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Roosevelt Elementary rank in CA?
Roosevelt Elementary ranks #4,650 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Roosevelt Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Roosevelt Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Roosevelt Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Roosevelt Elementary a charter school?
No, Roosevelt Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Roosevelt Elementary a Title I school?
No, Roosevelt Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Roosevelt Elementary?
96.6% of students at Roosevelt Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 412
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kern County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.8%
- Phone
- (661) 631-5460
Resources & Links
District
Bakersfield City- District Enrollment
- 28,761
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,155
- District Rank
- #10 of 44
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