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#4160 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 44% in state
Roosevelt Middle
Middle School · Oakland Unified
1926 19th Ave., Oakland, CA 94606
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,160 of 9,539
In Oakland
#40 of 147
public schools
In district
#17 of 79
Oakland Unified
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Roosevelt Middle
Roosevelt Middle is a public middle school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Roosevelt Middle serves approximately 551 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Roosevelt Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,160 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Roosevelt Middle show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
62% of students at Roosevelt Middle 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 Middle — Students at Roosevelt Middle score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.6%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How Roosevelt Middle Compares
See how Roosevelt Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1926 19th Ave., Oakland, CA 94606
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Roosevelt Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Downtown Charter Academy (rated 9.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edna Brewer Middle (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Urban Promise Academy Middle (rated 4.6/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Garfield Elementary Oakland | 0.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Zoom_Excel LLC Oakland | 0.3 mi | — |
| Community School for Creative Education Oakland | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Agnes Memorial Christian Academy Oakland | 0.5 mi | — |
| Downtown Charter Academy Oakland | 0.7 mi | 9.6 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Oakland | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| International Community Elementary Oakland | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Think College Now Elementary Oakland | 0.8 mi | 2.6 |
| Franklin Elementary Oakland | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Manzanita Community Elementary Oakland | 0.7 mi | 2.1 |
| Manzanita SEED Elementary Oakland | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Achieve Academy Oakland | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Oakland High Oakland | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Lazear Charter Academy Oakland | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Latitude 37.8 High Oakland | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Urban Promise Academy Middle Oakland | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Cleveland Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Edna Brewer Middle Oakland | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| REDWOOD DAY SCHOOL Oakland | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| St. Elizabeth School Elementary (A Lumen Christi Academy) Oakland | 1.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,769
Median Home Value
$747,600
Median Rent
$1,775/mo
Population
38,746
College Educated
39.7%
Homeownership
20%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
37.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Roosevelt Middle
What grades does Roosevelt Middle serve?
Roosevelt Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Roosevelt Middle?
Roosevelt Middle has an enrollment of approximately 551 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Middle is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Roosevelt Middle rank in CA?
Roosevelt Middle ranks #4,160 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Roosevelt Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Roosevelt Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Roosevelt Middle has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Roosevelt Middle a charter school?
No, Roosevelt Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Roosevelt Middle a Title I school?
No, Roosevelt Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Roosevelt Middle?
97.6% of students at Roosevelt Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 551
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.1%
- Phone
- (510) 879-3212
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #17 of 79
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