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#280 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 11% in state

Roosevelt Elementary School

Elementary School · Hawthorne Public School District

50 ROOSEVELT AVENUE, Hawthorne, NJ 07506

Enrollment

539

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#280 of 2,466

In Hawthorne

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Hawthorne Public School District

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Roosevelt Elementary School

8.2/10

Elementary School in Hawthorne · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.6/10

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6.8/10

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About Roosevelt Elementary School

Roosevelt Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hawthorne, NJ, part of Hawthorne Public School District. Roosevelt Elementary School serves approximately 539 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Roosevelt Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #280 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Roosevelt Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+6.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+3.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,543
Chronic Absenteeism14.5%

Roosevelt Elementary School — Students at Roosevelt Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 61.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
84%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
30%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
39%
ELA
58%
2024
Math
38.4%
ELA
57.2%
2025
Math
49.9%
ELA
58.9%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Roosevelt Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.2/10
89th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

50 ROOSEVELT AVENUE, Hawthorne, NJ 07506

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roosevelt Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomas Jefferson Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Highland Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Midland Park), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Memorial Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby North Haledon), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hawthorne, see our Hawthorne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School Hawthorne 0.4 mi 8.6
HAWTHORNE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hawthorne 0.7 mi 6.8
Hawthorne High School Hawthorne 0.9 mi 5.1
Lincoln Middle School Hawthorne 1.0 mi 8.8
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Hawthorne 1.2 mi 6.2
Calvin Coolidge Elementary School Wyckoff 1.2 mi 7.6
Richard E Byrd School Glen Rock 1.0 mi 5.7
ACADEMY OF OUR LADY AT ST CATHARINE Glen Rock 1.4 mi 5.8
Washington Elementary School Hawthorne 1.7 mi 5.9
School 18 Paterson 1.9 mi 6.3
Alexander Hamilton School Glen Rock 1.6 mi 6.6
Memorial Elementary School North Haledon 1.5 mi 8.1
Orchard Elementary School Ridgewood 1.5 mi 6.9
High Mountain School North Haledon 1.6 mi 8.5
Sicomac Elementary School Wyckoff 1.8 mi 7.5
Central School Glen Rock 1.6 mi 7.8
Highland Elementary School Midland Park 2.0 mi 8.3
Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School Wyckoff 2.0 mi 8.4
Godwin Elementary School Midland Park 2.1 mi 8.0
EASTERN CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL North Haledon 1.9 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07506 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$118,093

Median Home Value

$499,200

Median Rent

$1,828/mo

Population

19,472

College Educated

45.3%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

42.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roosevelt Elementary School

What grades does Roosevelt Elementary School serve?

Roosevelt Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Roosevelt Elementary School?

Roosevelt Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 539 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Elementary School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Roosevelt Elementary School rank in NJ?

Roosevelt Elementary School ranks #280 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Roosevelt Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Roosevelt Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Roosevelt Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Roosevelt Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Roosevelt Elementary School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Roosevelt Elementary School?

31.4% of students at Roosevelt Elementary 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
71 Very Walkable
Transit Score
20 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Passaic County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

District

Hawthorne Public School District
District Enrollment
2,207
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,543
District Rank
#3 of 5

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