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Roosevelt Elementary School

Elementary School · Rahway Public School District

811 ST GEORGE AVE, Rahway, NJ 07065

Enrollment

581

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,356 of 2,466

In Rahway

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

Rahway Public School District

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3.7/10

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

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About Roosevelt Elementary School

Roosevelt Elementary School is a public elementary school in Rahway, NJ, part of Rahway Public School District. Roosevelt Elementary School serves approximately 581 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Roosevelt Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,356 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Roosevelt Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-3.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-33.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.7 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-11.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,823
Chronic Absenteeism22.9%

Roosevelt Elementary School — Students at Roosevelt Elementary School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 42.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 45 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
63%
ELA
49%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
53%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
28%
2024
Math
19.6%
ELA
37.6%
2025
Math
14.7%
ELA
35.2%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How Roosevelt Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.7/10
5th percentile in NJ
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

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

811 ST GEORGE AVE, Rahway, NJ 07065

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roosevelt Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Valley Road School (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Clark), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pennsylvania Avenue Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Colonia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Winfield Township (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Winfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rahway, see our Rahway schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
PRECIOUS PUMPKIN LEARNING ACADEMY Rahway 0.5 mi
Madison Elementary School Rahway 0.5 mi 6.7
Rahway High School Rahway 0.5 mi 3.7
Rahway 7th & 8th Grade Academy Rahway 0.8 mi 7.0
Franklin Elementary School Rahway 1.0 mi 4.8
Avenel Middle School Avenel 1.1 mi 7.2
Woodbine Avenue Elementary School Avenel 1.1 mi 6.4
ECYC, INC. EDUCATION WITH CARE FOR YOUNG CHILDREN Rahway 1.1 mi
Claremont Avenue Elementary School Colonia 1.2 mi 4.8
Grover Cleveland Elementary School Rahway 1.1 mi 7.3
Valley Road School Clark 1.6 mi 8.2
Pennsylvania Avenue Elementary School Colonia 1.3 mi 7.9
MOTHER SETON REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Clark 1.7 mi 6.9
Carl H. Kumpf School Clark 1.5 mi 7.0
Avenel Street Elementary School Avenel 1.8 mi 6.4
Arthur L. Johnson High School Clark 1.8 mi 6.7
Winfield Township Winfield 2.2 mi 7.6
HONOR RIDGE ACADEMY Clark 1.8 mi 7.6
Colonia Middle School Colonia 1.7 mi 7.7
ST JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL Colonia 1.7 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07065 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,852

Median Home Value

$362,300

Median Rent

$1,764/mo

Population

29,748

College Educated

35.6%

Homeownership

53.4%

Avg Commute

32.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

39

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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 Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Roosevelt Elementary School?

Roosevelt Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 581 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Elementary School is 12.1:1. 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 #2,356 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Roosevelt Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Roosevelt Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% 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?

56.8% 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
79 Very Walkable
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
581
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Union County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

District

Rahway Public School District
District Enrollment
4,275
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,823
District Rank
#6 of 6

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