Very Good
#745 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 30% in state
Roosevelt Elementary School
Elementary School · South Plainfield School District
135 JACKSON AVENUE, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#745 of 2,466
In South Plainfield
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#4 of 7
South Plainfield School District
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Roosevelt Elementary School
Roosevelt Elementary School is a public elementary school in South Plainfield, NJ, part of South Plainfield School District. Roosevelt Elementary School serves approximately 475 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Roosevelt Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #745 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Roosevelt Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Roosevelt Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Roosevelt Elementary School — Students at Roosevelt Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NJ 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: 8.4/10.
How Roosevelt Elementary School Compares
See how Roosevelt Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
135 JACKSON AVENUE, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Roosevelt Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bright Beginnings Learning Center (rated 8.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Piscataway), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY SAVIOR ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, John E. Riley Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in South Plainfield, see our South Plainfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LIL BIG ONES South Plainfield | 0.9 mi | — |
| HOLY SAVIOR ACADEMY South Plainfield | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| South Plainfield Middle School South Plainfield | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| South Plainfield High School South Plainfield | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Grant Elementary School South Plainfield | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| John F Kennedy Elementary School South Plainfield | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| John E. Riley Elementary School South Plainfield | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Franklin Elementary School South Plainfield | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| BIG BLUE MARBLE ACADEMY Edison | 1.7 mi | — |
| KOINONIA ACADEMY Plainfield | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Cedarbrook Elementary School Plainfield | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Quibbletown Middle School Piscataway | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| The Queen City Academy Charter School Plainfield | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Hubbard Middle School Plainfield | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| TIMOTHY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Piscataway | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Arbor Elementary School Piscataway | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School Piscataway | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Clinton Elementary School Plainfield | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Washington Community School Plainfield | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Bright Beginnings Learning Center Piscataway | 2.7 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07080 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,161
Median Home Value
$444,100
Median Rent
$1,928/mo
Population
24,215
College Educated
41.9%
Homeownership
85.1%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
41.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary School Edison, NJ | 7.3 |
| Bobby's Run Elementary School Lumberton, NJ | 7.3 |
| Christopher Columbus School #8 Garfield, NJ | 7.3 |
| Fairmount Hackensack, NJ | 7.3 |
| Field Street School Carneys Point, NJ | 7.3 |
| Franklin Elementary School N. Bergen, NJ | 7.3 |
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 4th.
How many students attend Roosevelt Elementary School?
Roosevelt Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 475 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Elementary 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 Elementary School rank in NJ?
Roosevelt Elementary School ranks #745 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Roosevelt Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Roosevelt Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Roosevelt Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Roosevelt Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% 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?
30.3% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 475
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.4%
- Phone
- (908) 754-4620
Resources & Links
District
South Plainfield School District- District Enrollment
- 3,694
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,963
- District Rank
- #4 of 7
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