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#1379 of 1,793 schools in MA

Roosevelt

Elementary School · Worcester

1006 Grafton Street, Worcester, MA 01604

Enrollment

596

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,379 of 1,793

In Worcester

#31 of 48

public schools

In district

#28 of 45

Worcester

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Roosevelt

4.9/10

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

North High

4.4/10

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5.2/10

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About Roosevelt

Roosevelt is a public elementary school in Worcester, MA, part of Worcester. Roosevelt serves approximately 596 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Roosevelt has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,379 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Roosevelt show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.2% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.8% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-14.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.9 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,553
Chronic Absenteeism17.8%

Roosevelt — Students at Roosevelt score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 32.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.3% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 40.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.5% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 88 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
43%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
45%
ELA
49%
2011
Math
41%
ELA
45%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
40%
2013
Math
41%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
44.4%
ELA
51.2%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
15.4%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
30%
ELA
35.4%
2023
Math
31%
ELA
29%
2024
Math
27.5%
ELA
26.5%
2025
Math
27.3%
ELA
33.8%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Roosevelt Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
23th percentile in MA
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.8%

Location

1006 Grafton Street, Worcester, MA 01604

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roosevelt may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lake View (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Major Howard W. Beal School (rated 8.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Shrewsbury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Calvin Coolidge School (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Shrewsbury), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Worcester, see our Worcester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
North High Worcester 1.3 mi 4.4
Rice Square Worcester 1.1 mi 5.2
Calvin Coolidge School Shrewsbury 1.6 mi 7.6
Lake View Worcester 1.7 mi 8.2
ST PAUL DIOCESAN JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Worcester 1.4 mi 5.6
Worcester East Middle Worcester 1.5 mi 5.7
Grafton Street Worcester 1.8 mi 5.2
Vernon Hill School Worcester 1.7 mi 4.5
Union Hill School Worcester 1.8 mi 2.4
WORCESTER ACADEMY Worcester 1.8 mi 7.1
Parker Road Preschool Shrewsbury 2.6 mi 4.3
Worcester Technical High Worcester 2.6 mi 5.9
Quinsigamond Worcester 2.1 mi 5.8
City View Worcester 2.4 mi 4.6
SHREWSBURY CHILDREN'S CENTER Shrewsbury 2.8 mi
Learning First Charter Public School Worcester 2.2 mi 5.0
Belmont Street Community Worcester 2.5 mi 6.4
VENERINI ACADEMY Worcester 2.6 mi 5.6
Millbury Junior/Senior High Millbury 3.0 mi 6.4
Major Howard W. Beal School Shrewsbury 2.7 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01604 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,911

Median Home Value

$321,900

Median Rent

$1,570/mo

Population

39,988

College Educated

31.2%

Homeownership

43.4%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

15.3%

Median Age

38.1

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Elm Park Community Worcester, MA 4.9
Hayden/McFadden New Bedford, MA 4.9
Tobin K-8 School Roxbury, MA 4.9
Worcester Arts Magnet School Worcester, MA 4.9
Henry E Warren Elementary Ashland, MA 5.0
Holyoke Community Charter School Holyoke, MA 5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roosevelt

What grades does Roosevelt serve?

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

How many students attend Roosevelt?

Roosevelt has an enrollment of approximately 596 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt?

The student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Roosevelt rank in MA?

Roosevelt ranks #1,379 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Roosevelt's MySchoolScout rating?

Roosevelt has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Roosevelt has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Roosevelt a charter school?

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

Is Roosevelt a Title I school?

No, Roosevelt is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
596
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.8%

District

Worcester
District Enrollment
24,350
Schools in District
45
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,553
District Rank
#28 of 45

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