Below Average
#3180 of 3,813 schools in IL
Roosevelt Middle School
Middle School · Bellwood SD 88
2500 Oak St, Bellwood, IL 60104
Enrollment
626
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
626
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,180 of 3,813
In Bellwood
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
Bellwood SD 88
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Roosevelt Middle School
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About Roosevelt Middle School
Roosevelt Middle School is a public middle school in Bellwood, IL, part of Bellwood SD 88. Roosevelt Middle School serves approximately 626 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Roosevelt Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,180 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Roosevelt Middle School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Roosevelt Middle 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 Middle School — Students at Roosevelt Middle School score 8% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from IL 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 Roosevelt Middle School Compares
See how Roosevelt Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2500 Oak St, Bellwood, IL 60104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Roosevelt Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Irving Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Maywood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stevenson Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Melrose Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bellwood, see our Bellwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Thurgood Marshall Elem School Bellwood | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| McKinley Elem School Bellwood | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Irving Middle School Maywood | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| JOSEPH ACADEMY-MELROSE PARK Melrose Park | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| JOSEPH ACADEMY Melrose Park | 0.8 mi | — |
| Melrose Park Elem School Melrose Park | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Early Childhood Center Bellwood | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Bellwood | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| ALPHA AND OMEGA LEARNING CENTER Melrose Park | 1.1 mi | — |
| Grant Elem School Melrose Park | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Washington Dual Language Academy Maywood | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Stevenson Middle School Melrose Park | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| WALTHER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Melrose Park | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Roosevelt Elem School Broadview | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Lincoln Elem School Maywood | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Garfield Elem School Maywood | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Grant Primary Stone Park | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Jefferson Primary School Bellwood | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Jane Addams Elem School Melrose Park | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| MAYWOOD MARGERY DAW DAY CARE Maywood | 1.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,270
Median Home Value
$219,300
Median Rent
$1,221/mo
Population
18,390
College Educated
15.7%
Homeownership
79.7%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
38.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benton Grade Sch 5-8 Benton, IL | 4.6 |
| Carl Sandburg Middle Sch Freeport, IL | 4.6 |
| Kankakee Junior High School Kankakee, IL | 4.6 |
| U S Grant Middle School Springfield, IL | 4.6 |
| Central Jr High School East Peoria, IL | 4.5 |
| Clinton Jr High School Clinton, IL | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Roosevelt Middle School
What grades does Roosevelt Middle School serve?
Roosevelt Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Roosevelt Middle School?
Roosevelt Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 626 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Middle School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Roosevelt Middle School rank in IL?
Roosevelt Middle School ranks #3,180 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Roosevelt Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Roosevelt Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Roosevelt Middle School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Roosevelt Middle School a charter school?
No, Roosevelt Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Roosevelt Middle School a Title I school?
No, Roosevelt Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Roosevelt Middle School?
99.5% of students at Roosevelt Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 626
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.0%
- Phone
- (708) 410-3900
Resources & Links
District
Bellwood SD 88- District Enrollment
- 2,021
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,709
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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