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T Roosevelt Elem School
Elementary School · Cicero SD 99
1500 S 50th Ave, Cicero, IL 60804
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
5.3
Grades
3rd – 6th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
5.3
Grades
3rd – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,666 of 3,813
In Cicero
#11 of 17
public schools
In district
#9 of 15
Cicero SD 99
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T Roosevelt Elem School
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About T Roosevelt Elem School
T Roosevelt Elem School is a public elementary school in Cicero, IL, part of Cicero SD 99. T Roosevelt Elem School serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades 3rd-6th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. T Roosevelt Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,666 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for T Roosevelt Elem School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at T Roosevelt Elem School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
44% of students at T 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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T Roosevelt Elem School — Students at T Roosevelt Elem School score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 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: 6.3/10.
How T Roosevelt Elem School Compares
See how T Roosevelt Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1500 S 50th Ave, Cicero, IL 60804
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering T Roosevelt Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cicero West Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Liberty Elem School (rated 6.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Daniel Burnham Elem School (rated 5.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cicero, see our Cicero schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Liberty Elem School Cicero | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Unity Jr High School Cicero | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| J Sterling Morton Freshman Cntr Cicero | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Cicero West Elementary School Cicero | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Clark Acad Prep Magnet High Schl Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Sherlock Elem School Cicero | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Leland Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 2.4 |
| CHRIST THE KING JESUIT COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Chicago | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| CHICAGO JESUIT ACADEMY Chicago | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Hughes C Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Plato Learning Acad Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elem School Cicero | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Mason Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad Chicago | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| YCCS-Scholastic Achievement HS Chicago | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Clark G R Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Cicero East Elem School Cicero | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Daniel Burnham Elem School Cicero | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Corkery Elem School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Hefferan Elem School Chicago | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,548
Median Home Value
$236,000
Median Rent
$1,121/mo
Population
83,223
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
54.6%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ball Elementary School Chatham, IL | 5.3 |
| Barton Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.3 |
| Black Magnet Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.3 |
| Bradwell Comm Arts & Sci Elem Sch Chicago, IL | 5.3 |
| Central Grade School Effingham, IL | 5.3 |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Elem School Prospect Heights, IL | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about T Roosevelt Elem School
What grades does T Roosevelt Elem School serve?
T Roosevelt Elem School serves students in grades 3rd through 6th.
How many students attend T Roosevelt Elem School?
T Roosevelt Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at T Roosevelt Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at T Roosevelt Elem School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does T Roosevelt Elem School rank in IL?
T Roosevelt Elem School ranks #2,666 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is T Roosevelt Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
T Roosevelt Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 T Roosevelt Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, T Roosevelt Elem School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is T Roosevelt Elem School a charter school?
No, T Roosevelt Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is T Roosevelt Elem School a Title I school?
No, T Roosevelt Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for T Roosevelt Elem School?
76.9% of students at T 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
- 3rd – 6th
- Enrollment
- 468
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.4%
- Phone
- (708) 652-7833
Resources & Links
District
Cicero SD 99- District Enrollment
- 8,598
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,162
- District Rank
- #9 of 15
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