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Roosevelt Elem School
Elementary School · Chicago Heights SD 170
1345 Sunnyside Ave, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,989 of 3,813
In Chicago Heights
#4 of 12
public schools
In district
#5 of 10
Chicago Heights SD 170
Academic performance
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Roosevelt Elem School
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About Roosevelt Elem School
Roosevelt Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago Heights, IL, part of Chicago Heights SD 170. Roosevelt Elem School serves approximately 348 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Roosevelt Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,989 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Roosevelt Elem School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Roosevelt Elem School 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 Elem School — Students at Roosevelt Elem School score 17% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from IL 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: 6.5/10.
How Roosevelt Elem School Compares
See how Roosevelt Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1345 Sunnyside Ave, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Roosevelt Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elem School (rated 8.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Serena Hills Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago Heights, see our Chicago Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Heights Middle School Chicago Hts | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Wilson Elem School Chicago Heights | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Bloom High School Chicago Heights | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Washington-McKinley Elem Sch Chicago Heights | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| ST AGNES SCHOOL Chicago Heights | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Barack Obama Sch of Ldership Chicago Heights | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Kennedy Elem School Chicago Heights | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| MARIAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Chicago Heights | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Greenbriar Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Algonquin Primary Center Park Forest | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Jefferson Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| U S Grant Elem School South Chicago Heights | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Lincoln Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| NAZARENE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Chicago Heights | 1.3 mi | — |
| Garfield Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago Heights | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Serena Hills Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Illinois School Park Forest | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Steger Primary Center South Chicago Heights | 2.1 mi | 2.6 |
| Winston Churchill School Homewood | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60411 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,627
Median Home Value
$148,200
Median Rent
$1,156/mo
Population
52,395
College Educated
22.4%
Homeownership
65.3%
Avg Commute
35.9 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
35.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Briargate Elem School Cary, IL | 6.1 |
| CHRIST THE KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Springfield, IL | 6.1 |
| Cobden Elem School Cobden, IL | 6.1 |
| Gordon School Posen, IL | 6.1 |
| Grant Park Elem School Grant Park, IL | 6.1 |
| HILLEL TORAH NORTH SUBURBAN DAY SCHOOL Skokie, IL | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Roosevelt Elem School
What grades does Roosevelt Elem School serve?
Roosevelt Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Roosevelt Elem School?
Roosevelt Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 348 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Elem School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Roosevelt Elem School rank in IL?
Roosevelt Elem School ranks #1,989 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Roosevelt Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Roosevelt Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Roosevelt Elem School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Roosevelt Elem School a charter school?
No, Roosevelt Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Roosevelt Elem School a Title I school?
No, Roosevelt Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Roosevelt Elem School?
99.4% of students at Roosevelt Elem 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 348
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.1%
- Phone
- (708) 756-4836
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Heights SD 170- District Enrollment
- 2,655
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,859
- District Rank
- #5 of 10
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