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#336 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 9% in state

Roosevelt School

Middle School · River Forest SD 90

7560 Oak Ave, River Forest, IL 60305

Enrollment

640

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

8.2

Grades

5th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In River Forest

#2 of 3

public schools

Illinois middle schools

#52 of 684

In district

#2 of 3

River Forest SD 90

School environment

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Roosevelt School

Roosevelt School is a public middle school in River Forest, IL, part of the River Forest SD 90. The school serves approximately 640 students in grades 5th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 10.3:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 91.2th percentile among IL schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 60% proficiency in math and 60% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $148,711, where 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Above Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-3.43 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Exceptional35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57%
Reading/ELA Proficiency57%
Overall Proficiency57%
Expected (poverty-adj.)49%
vs. Expected+8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment9.6Exceptional25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,275

Roosevelt School — Students at Roosevelt School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 5 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
63%
ELA
68%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
56%
2022
ELA
57%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Roosevelt School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.2/10
91th percentile in IL
Academic
9.3/10
9.3/10
Growth
6.4/10
Above average
Environment
9.6/10
Above average

Location

7560 Oak Ave, River Forest, IL 60305

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roosevelt School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Oak Park), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Forest Park Middle School (rated 6.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Forest Park), a more accessible option. Additionally, Elm Middle School (rated 4.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Elmwood Park), a more accessible option. For more schools in River Forest, see our River Forest schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ST LUKE SCHOOL River Forest 0.3 mi 8.1
Lincoln Elem School River Forest 0.4 mi 9.6
CONCORDIA UNIV EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER River Forest 0.5 mi
TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL Chicago 0.6 mi 7.7
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL River Forest 0.7 mi 6.7
Willard Elem School River Forest 0.8 mi 7.9
PACTT LEARNING CENTER Oak Park 0.7 mi
ST VINCENT FERRER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL River Forest 1.0 mi 5.9
THE FIELD SCHOOL Oak Park 0.8 mi 7.5
KEYSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL River Forest 1.1 mi 6.7
Garfield Elem School Forest Park 1.1 mi 8.2
Oliver W Holmes Elem School Oak Park 0.9 mi 7.6
Horace Mann Elem School Oak Park 1.1 mi 8.7
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School Oak Park 1.1 mi 8.6
ALCUIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oak Park 1.0 mi 8.9
Elm Middle School Elmwood Park 1.5 mi 4.0
CHOSEN ONES LEARNING CENTER Forest Park 1.5 mi
Proviso East High School Maywood 1.3 mi 4.4
Forest Park Middle School Forest Park 1.6 mi 6.3
Field Stevenson Elem School Forest Park 1.6 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$148,711

Median Home Value

$676,900

Median Rent

$1,411/mo

Population

11,489

College Educated

73.4%

Homeownership

89%

Avg Commute

31.3 min

Poverty Rate

2.2%

Median Age

40.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding Roosevelt School has a median household income of $148,711. It is a well-educated community where 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $676,900, with a median rent of $1,411/month. The local poverty rate of 2.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Margaret Mead JHS Elk Grove Village, IL 8.2
Daniel Wright Jr High School Lincolnshire, IL 8.1
Irving Middle School Maywood, IL 8.1
Jack London Middle School Wheeling, IL 8.1
Walker Intermediate School Tinley Park, IL 8.1
Clarendon Hills Middle School Clarendon Hills, IL 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roosevelt School

What grades does Roosevelt School serve?

Roosevelt School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Roosevelt School?

Roosevelt School has an enrollment of approximately 640 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt School?

The student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Roosevelt School rank in IL?

Roosevelt School is ranked #336 out of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Roosevelt School's MySchoolScout rating?

Roosevelt School has a composite rating of 8.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Roosevelt School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Roosevelt School has 60.0% math proficiency and 60.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Roosevelt School a charter school?

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

Is Roosevelt School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Bike Score
61 Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,563/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (River Forest). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
640
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
62
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

River Forest SD 90
District Enrollment
1,350
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,795
District Rank
#2 of 3

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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