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#840 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 47% in state
Roosevelt K-8 School
Elementary School · Boston
95 Needham Road, Hyde Park, MA 02136
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#840 of 1,793
In Hyde Park
#4 of 9
public schools
In district
#51 of 109
Boston
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Roosevelt K-8 School
Elementary School in Hyde Park · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Roosevelt K-8 School
Roosevelt K-8 School is a public elementary school in Hyde Park, MA, part of Boston. Roosevelt K-8 School serves approximately 331 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Roosevelt K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #840 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Roosevelt K-8 School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Roosevelt K-8 School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
38% of students at Roosevelt K-8 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 K-8 School — Students at Roosevelt K-8 School score 21% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 129 test records from MA 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: 6.9/10.
How Roosevelt K-8 School Compares
See how Roosevelt K-8 School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
95 Needham Road, Hyde Park, MA 02136
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Roosevelt K-8 School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Grew Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bates Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Roslindale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DELPHI ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Milton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hyde Park, see our Hyde Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Boston Renaissance Charter Public School Hyde Park | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Academy Of the Pacific Rim Charter Public School Hyde Park | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Channing Elementary School Hyde Park | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Grew Elementary School Hyde Park | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| NEW BEGINNINGS ACADEMY Hyde Park | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| BOSTON TRINITY ACADEMY Boston | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| New Mission High School Hyde Park | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Boston Community Leadership Academy Hyde Park | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| DELPHI ACADEMY Milton | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| THACHER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Milton | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Another Course To College Hyde Park | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Boston Preparatory Charter Public School Hyde Park | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Ohrenberger School West Roxbury | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Oakdale Dedham | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Chittick Elementary School Mattapan | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Conley Elementary School Roslindale | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Tucker Milton | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY Roslindale | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Bates Elementary School Roslindale | 2.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Avery Dedham | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02136 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,862
Median Home Value
$566,300
Median Rent
$1,772/mo
Population
38,071
College Educated
32.5%
Homeownership
53.4%
Avg Commute
33.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Archie T Morrison Braintree, MA | 6.4 |
| Cabot Newtonville, MA | 6.4 |
| Crosby Pittsfield, MA | 6.4 |
| Francis W Parker Quincy, MA | 6.4 |
| Greenwood Sarah K-8 School Dorchester, MA | 6.4 |
| Hiram L Dorman Springfield, MA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Roosevelt K-8 School
What grades does Roosevelt K-8 School serve?
Roosevelt K-8 School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Roosevelt K-8 School?
Roosevelt K-8 School has an enrollment of approximately 331 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt K-8 School?
The student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt K-8 School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Roosevelt K-8 School rank in MA?
Roosevelt K-8 School ranks #840 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Roosevelt K-8 School's MySchoolScout rating?
Roosevelt K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 K-8 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Roosevelt K-8 School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Roosevelt K-8 School a charter school?
No, Roosevelt K-8 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Roosevelt K-8 School a Title I school?
No, Roosevelt K-8 School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 331
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.8%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8676
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #51 of 109
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