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#527 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 21% in state

Roosevelt School

Elementary School · Manville School District

410 Brooks Boulevard, Manville, NJ 08835

Enrollment

240

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

7.7

Grades

3rd – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#527 of 2,466

In Manville

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Manville School District

Academic growth

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Roosevelt School

7.7/10

Elementary School in Manville · grades 3rd – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.2/10

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6.8/10

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About Roosevelt School

Roosevelt School is a public elementary school in Manville, NJ, part of Manville School District. Roosevelt School serves approximately 240 students, and covers grades 3rd-4th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Roosevelt School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #527 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Roosevelt School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.0
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress10.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+15.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-13.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+6.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,200
Chronic Absenteeism22.5%

Roosevelt School — Students at Roosevelt School score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 42.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 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
87%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
28%
2024
Math
20.3%
ELA
20.5%
2025
Math
34.5%
ELA
37.9%

* 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: 10.0/10.

How Roosevelt School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
79th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
10.0/10
Excellent
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
68%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.5%

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

410 Brooks Boulevard, Manville, NJ 08835

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roosevelt School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Somerset Elementary Academy (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Bridgewater), which scores notably higher. Another option is Adamsville Primary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Bridgewater), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Van Derveer Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Somerville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Manville, see our Manville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Manville High School Manville 0.4 mi 4.2
Alexander Batcho Intermediate School Manville 0.4 mi 6.8
Weston Elementary School Manville 0.7 mi 4.3
Somerset Elementary Academy Bridgewater 0.9 mi 8.9
The Career Center of the SCESC Bridgewater 0.9 mi
Somerset Secondary Academy Bridgewater 0.9 mi 6.4
STELLAR ACADEMY OF HILLSBOROUGH Hillsborough 1.1 mi 6.9
Sunnymead Elementary School Hillsborough 1.4 mi 5.1
Adamsville Primary School Bridgewater 1.7 mi 8.4
RARITAN VALLEY MONTESSORI ACADEMY Bridgewater 1.8 mi 7.6
Van Derveer Elementary School Somerville 1.9 mi 8.3
Somerville Middle School Somerville 2.2 mi 8.0
THE CENTER SCHOOL Somerset 1.9 mi 7.1
Bridgewater-Raritan Middle School Bridgewater 2.5 mi 8.3
Somerville High School Somerville 2.5 mi 5.6
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Somerville 2.5 mi 5.8
Central Jersey College Prep Charter School Somerset 2.6 mi 5.4
IMMACULATA HIGH SCHOOL Somerville 2.8 mi 7.4
Somerset County Vocational Technical High School Bridgewater 3.0 mi 7.1
NEW ROAD SCHOOL OF SOMERSET Somerset 2.4 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08835 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,872

Median Home Value

$321,100

Median Rent

$1,837/mo

Population

10,870

College Educated

28.6%

Homeownership

72.4%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Median Age

42.4

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

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CEDAR HILL PREP SCHOOL Somerset, NJ 7.7
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Cleveland Street Elementary School Orange, NJ 7.7
County Road School Demarest, NJ 7.7
Eldridge Park School Lawrenceville, NJ 7.7
GOLDA OCH ACADEMY West Orange, NJ 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roosevelt School

What grades does Roosevelt School serve?

Roosevelt School serves students in grades 3rd through 4th.

How many students attend Roosevelt School?

Roosevelt School has an enrollment of approximately 240 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt School?

The student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Roosevelt School rank in NJ?

Roosevelt School ranks #527 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Roosevelt School's MySchoolScout rating?

Roosevelt School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Roosevelt School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Roosevelt School a charter school?

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

Is Roosevelt School a Title I school?

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

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

68.3% of students at Roosevelt 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
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 4th
Enrollment
240
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Somerset County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.5%

District

Manville School District
District Enrollment
1,798
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,200
District Rank
#1 of 4

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