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#304 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 12% in state

Roosevelt Middle School

Middle School · West Orange Public Schools

36 GILBERT PL, W. Orange, NJ 07052

Enrollment

430

Student-Teacher

7.4:1

Score

8.2

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#304 of 2,466

In W. Orange

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#7 of 12

West Orange Public Schools

Academic growth

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Roosevelt Middle School

8.2/10

Middle School in W. Orange · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Roosevelt Middle School

Roosevelt Middle School is a public middle school in W. Orange, NJ, part of West Orange Public Schools. Roosevelt Middle School serves approximately 430 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio.

Roosevelt Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #304 of 2,466 schools in NJ. Structured state assessment records for Roosevelt Middle School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • NJ avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

At 7.4:1 students to teachers, Roosevelt Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.2Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+3.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.1 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+12.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,340
Chronic Absenteeism21.4%

Roosevelt Middle School — Students at Roosevelt Middle School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
38.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 66.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
55.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 39 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
58%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
24%
ELA
58%
2024
Math
46%
ELA
59.7%
2025
Math
45%
ELA
70.4%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Roosevelt Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.2/10
88th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

Location

36 GILBERT PL, W. Orange, NJ 07052

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roosevelt Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Rosa Parks Community School (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Orange), which scores slightly higher. Another option is South Orange Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby S. Orange), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Orange Preparatory Academy School of Inquiry and Innovation (rated 4.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Orange), a more accessible option. For more schools in W. Orange, see our W. Orange schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Gregory Elementary School W. Orange 0.4 mi 8.7
FEDCAP - 4T Orange 0.4 mi 6.9
Hazel Avenue Elementary School W. Orange 0.4 mi 5.6
GOLDA OCH ACADEMY West Orange 0.5 mi 7.7
Forest Street Community Elementary School Orange 0.5 mi 6.9
SETON HALL PREPARATORY SCHOOL West Orange 0.5 mi 4.5
SOUTH ORANGE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL South Orange 1.1 mi
Heywood Avenue Elementary School Orange 1.1 mi 6.0
Montrose Early Childhood Center South Orange 1.2 mi 5.7
STEM Innovation Academy of the Oranges South Orange 1.2 mi 7.5
Orange High School Orange 1.0 mi 3.6
Orange Preparatory Academy School of Inquiry and Innovation Orange 1.0 mi 4.4
Lincoln Avenue Elementary School Orange 1.1 mi 7.5
St. Cloud Elementary School W. Orange 1.1 mi 7.2
South Orange Middle School S. Orange 1.6 mi 7.2
GOLDA OCH ACADEMY West Orange 1.3 mi 7.4
Rosa Parks Community School Orange 1.3 mi 8.5
Central Elementary School Orange 1.3 mi 5.1
Marshall Elementary School S. Orange 1.7 mi 7.1
West Orange Early Childhood Learning Center West Orange 1.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07052 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$131,456

Median Home Value

$527,200

Median Rent

$1,791/mo

Population

48,323

College Educated

53%

Homeownership

70.2%

Avg Commute

36.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

41.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Edison Middle School W. Orange, NJ 8.2
North Plainfield Middle School North Plainfield, NJ 8.2
Pierrepont School Rutherford, NJ 8.2
Bordentown Regional Middle School Bordentown, NJ 8.1
Cresskill Middle School Cresskill, NJ 8.1
Forrestdale School Rumson, NJ 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roosevelt Middle School

What grades does Roosevelt Middle School serve?

Roosevelt Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Roosevelt Middle School?

Roosevelt Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 430 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Middle School is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Roosevelt Middle School rank in NJ?

Roosevelt Middle School ranks #304 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Roosevelt Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Roosevelt Middle 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 Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Roosevelt Middle School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Roosevelt Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Roosevelt Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

41.6% of students at Roosevelt Middle 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
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

District

West Orange Public Schools
District Enrollment
7,030
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,340
District Rank
#7 of 12

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