Needs Improvement
#8757 of 9,539 schools in CA
Theodore Roosevelt Elementary
Elementary School · Desert Sands Unified
83-200 Dr. Carreon Blvd., Indio, CA 92201
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,757 of 9,539
In Indio
#13 of 19
public schools
In district
#25 of 33
Desert Sands Unified
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Theodore Roosevelt Elementary
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About Theodore Roosevelt Elementary
Theodore Roosevelt Elementary is a public elementary school in Indio, CA, part of Desert Sands Unified. Theodore Roosevelt Elementary serves approximately 491 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Theodore Roosevelt Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #8,757 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Theodore Roosevelt Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Theodore Roosevelt Elementary runs 23.4:1 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.
49% of students at Theodore 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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Theodore Roosevelt Elementary — Students at Theodore Roosevelt Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.4%
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: 4.2/10.
How Theodore Roosevelt Elementary Compares
See how Theodore Roosevelt Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
83-200 Dr. Carreon Blvd., Indio, CA 92201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Theodore Roosevelt Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cesar Chavez Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Coachella), which scores notably higher. Another option is Coral Mountain Academy (rated 6.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Coachella), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Richard R. Oliphant Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Indio, see our Indio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Indio | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Doves Landing School Indio | 0.9 mi | — |
| Al Vasquez Learning Center Indio | 0.9 mi | — |
| Martin Van Buren Elementary Indio | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Desert Sands A.T.L.A.S. Indio | 1.2 mi | — |
| Amistad High (Continuation) Indio | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Dr. Reynaldo J. Carreon Jr. Academy Indio | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Andrew Jackson Elementary Indio | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Indio High Indio | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary Indio | 1.7 mi | 2.6 |
| Imagine Schools Riverside County Coachella | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary Indio | 1.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary Indio | 2.0 mi | 2.7 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Coachella | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Coral Mountain Academy Coachella | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Indio Middle Indio | 2.3 mi | 3.0 |
| Mountain Vista Elementary Indio | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Cahuilla Desert Academy Junior High Coachella | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Richard R. Oliphant Elementary Indio | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| James Madison Elementary Indio | 2.4 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,663
Median Home Value
$372,800
Median Rent
$1,349/mo
Population
66,364
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
59.5%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
36.7
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| Bella Vista Elementary Oakland, CA | 3.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Theodore Roosevelt Elementary
What grades does Theodore Roosevelt Elementary serve?
Theodore Roosevelt Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Theodore Roosevelt Elementary?
Theodore Roosevelt Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 491 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Theodore Roosevelt Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Theodore Roosevelt Elementary is 23.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Theodore Roosevelt Elementary rank in CA?
Theodore Roosevelt Elementary ranks #8,757 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Theodore Roosevelt Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Theodore Roosevelt Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Theodore Roosevelt Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Theodore Roosevelt Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Theodore Roosevelt Elementary a charter school?
No, Theodore Roosevelt Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Theodore Roosevelt Elementary a Title I school?
No, Theodore Roosevelt Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Theodore Roosevelt Elementary?
87.4% of students at Theodore 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
- 491
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.1%
- Phone
- (760) 775-3860
Resources & Links
District
Desert Sands Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,898
- Schools in District
- 35
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,070
- District Rank
- #25 of 33
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