Below Average
#8211 of 9,539 schools in CA
Roosevelt Elementary
Elementary School · Long Beach Unified
1574 Linden Ave., Long Beach, CA 90813
Enrollment
841
Student-Teacher
27.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
841
Student-Teacher
27.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,211 of 9,539
In Long Beach
#71 of 77
public schools
In district
#77 of 82
Long Beach Unified
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Roosevelt Elementary
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About Roosevelt Elementary
Roosevelt Elementary is a public elementary school in Long Beach, CA, part of Long Beach Unified. Roosevelt Elementary serves approximately 841 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 27.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Roosevelt Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,211 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Roosevelt Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Roosevelt Elementary runs 27.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
44% 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 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.8/10.
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
1574 Linden Ave., Long Beach, CA 90813
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Roosevelt Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MONTESSORI ON ELM (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ANTHONY PARISH SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Long Beach, see our Long Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Polytechnic High Long Beach | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| We the People High Long Beach | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Intellectual Virtues Academy Long Beach | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Clear Passage Educational Center Long Beach | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Montessori On Elm Long Beach | 0.6 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI ON ELM Long Beach | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Washington Middle Long Beach | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Educational Partnership High Long Beach | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH SCHOOL Long Beach | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| New Hope Academy of Change Long Beach | 0.6 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elementary Long Beach | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Renaissance High School for the Arts Long Beach | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Bobbie Smith Elementary Long Beach | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Jenny Oropeza Elementary Long Beach | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| ST ANTHONY HIGH SCHOOL Long Beach | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Stevenson Elementary Long Beach | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Robinson Academy Long Beach | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| HUNTINGTON ACADEMY Long Beach | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Whittier Elementary Long Beach | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| ST ANTHONY PARISH SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90813 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,302
Median Home Value
$543,700
Median Rent
$1,578/mo
Population
51,689
College Educated
15.9%
Homeownership
15%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
24.5%
Median Age
33.5
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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 841 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Elementary is 27.1:1. 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 #8,211 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Roosevelt Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Roosevelt Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% 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?
83.2% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 841
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.5%
- Phone
- (562) 599-3418
Resources & Links
District
Long Beach Unified- District Enrollment
- 63,966
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,539
- District Rank
- #77 of 82
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