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Roosevelt Elementary

Elementary School · San Gabriel Unified

401 South Walnut Grove Ave., San Gabriel, CA 91776

Enrollment

370

Student-Teacher

20.6:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,121 of 9,539

In San Gabriel

#11 of 11

public schools

In district

#8 of 8

San Gabriel Unified

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Roosevelt Elementary

5.7/10

Elementary School in San Gabriel · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Roosevelt Elementary

Roosevelt Elementary is a public elementary school in San Gabriel, CA, part of San Gabriel Unified. Roosevelt Elementary serves approximately 370 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Roosevelt Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,121 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Roosevelt Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Roosevelt Elementary runs 20.6:1 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.

33% 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-20.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.1 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+2.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,056
Chronic Absenteeism33%

Roosevelt Elementary — Students at Roosevelt Elementary score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 32.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 32.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
50%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
19.5%
ELA
24.3%
2024
Math
27.3%
ELA
29%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Roosevelt Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
36th percentile in CA
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.0%

Location

401 South Walnut Grove Ave., San Gabriel, CA 91776

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roosevelt Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Emma W. Shuey Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Rosemead), which scores notably higher. Another option is La Rosa Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Temple City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Washington Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Gabriel, see our San Gabriel schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Jefferson Middle San Gabriel 0.5 mi 8.6
SAN GABRIEL ACADEMY San Gabriel 0.5 mi 8.8
SAN GABRIEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Gabriel 0.7 mi 6.5
Beach Cities Learning, San Gabriel San Gabriel 0.7 mi
BEACH CITIES LEARNING SAN GABRIEL San Gabriel 0.7 mi 7.3
TOTAL CHILD PRESCHOOL LEARNING LINK INC. San Gabriel 0.8 mi
Emma W. Shuey Elementary Rosemead 0.9 mi 8.5
Del Mar High San Gabriel 0.9 mi 6.7
Gabrielino High San Gabriel 1.1 mi 8.3
Muscatel Middle Rosemead 1.1 mi 9.2
Rosemead High Rosemead 1.1 mi 8.4
Encinita Elementary Rosemead 1.1 mi 6.0
Emperor Elementary San Gabriel 1.3 mi 7.8
La Rosa Elementary Temple City 1.1 mi 8.3
Washington Elementary San Gabriel 1.2 mi 8.2
Wilson Elementary San Gabriel 1.4 mi 8.1
St. Luke Catholic School Temple City 1.2 mi
Dewey Avenue Elementary San Gabriel 1.5 mi 7.0
Cloverly Elementary Temple City 1.3 mi 7.3
San Gabriel Mission High School San Gabriel 1.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91776 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,926

Median Home Value

$816,400

Median Rent

$1,825/mo

Population

37,769

College Educated

29.3%

Homeownership

40.8%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

42.3

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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 370 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Elementary is 20.6:1. 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 #6,121 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Roosevelt Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Roosevelt Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Roosevelt Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% 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?

89.7% 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.0%

District

San Gabriel Unified
District Enrollment
4,614
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,056
District Rank
#8 of 8

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