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#27 of 719 schools in ID

Top 4% in state

Roosevelt Elementary School

Elementary School · BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT

908 EAST JEFFERSON STREET, Boise, ID 83712

Enrollment

289

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

8.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#27 of 719

In Boise

#4 of 73

public schools

In district

#3 of 48

BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Roosevelt Elementary School

8.9/10

Elementary School in Boise · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.7/10

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7.9/10

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About Roosevelt Elementary School

Roosevelt Elementary School is a public elementary school in Boise, ID, part of BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT. Roosevelt Elementary School serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Roosevelt Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #27 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Roosevelt Elementary School show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.9
  • ID avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+18.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,892
Chronic Absenteeism14.9%

Roosevelt Elementary School — Students at Roosevelt Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

11.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 79.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 82.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from ID state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
96%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
73%
ELA
81%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
77%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Roosevelt Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.9/10
96th percentile in ID
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
11%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

908 EAST JEFFERSON STREET, Boise, ID 83712

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roosevelt Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Boise, see our Boise schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 0.6 mi 8.7
SAGE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BOISE Boise 1.1 mi 7.9
MINIDOKA JUNIOR HIGH ALTERNATIVE Boise 1.0 mi 7.7
TIGER LEARN PROGRAM Boise 1.0 mi
ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Boise 1.1 mi 6.2
THE CHILDREN'S SCHOOL OF BOISE Boise 1.2 mi
MONTESSORI ACADEMY ON PARKCENTER Boise 1.5 mi 5.2
GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.5 mi 3.8
BOISE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise 1.3 mi 8.4
WESLEYAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Boise 1.3 mi
LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.5 mi 8.8
NORTH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise 1.5 mi 8.2
ONE STONE Boise 1.5 mi 7.7
PEACE VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL Boise 1.8 mi 7.0
LAKEWOOD MONTESSORI Boise 2.2 mi
WHITE PINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 2.2 mi 7.7
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 2.0 mi 8.8
TIMBERLINE HIGH SCHOOL Boise 2.3 mi 8.0
KIDZ CONNECTION MONTESSORI Boise 2.3 mi 7.0
MADISON EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Boise 2.0 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83712 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,764

Median Home Value

$757,700

Median Rent

$1,368/mo

Population

9,312

College Educated

62.5%

Homeownership

58.1%

Avg Commute

17.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

45.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
EDAHOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello, ID 9.0
GREENSFERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Post Falls, ID 8.8
LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise, ID 8.8
MCSORLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lewiston, ID 9.0
PALOUSE PRAIRIE CHARTER SCHOOL Moscow, ID 8.8
SORENSEN MAGNET SCHOOL OF THE ARTS AND HUMANITIES Coeur D'Alene, ID 8.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roosevelt Elementary School

What grades does Roosevelt Elementary School serve?

Roosevelt Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Roosevelt Elementary School?

Roosevelt Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Elementary School is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Roosevelt Elementary School rank in ID?

Roosevelt Elementary School ranks #27 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Roosevelt Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Roosevelt Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Roosevelt Elementary School has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Roosevelt Elementary School a charter school?

No, Roosevelt Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Roosevelt Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Roosevelt Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Roosevelt Elementary School?

11.4% of students at Roosevelt Elementary School 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
55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
84 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
11.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Ada County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.9%

District

BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
District Enrollment
22,425
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,892
District Rank
#3 of 48

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