Very Good
#701 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 28% in state
Roosevelt School
Elementary School · River Edge School District
711 SUMMIT AVE, River Edge, NJ 07661
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#701 of 2,466
In River Edge
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
River Edge School District
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Roosevelt School
Elementary School in River Edge · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Roosevelt School
Roosevelt School is a public elementary school in River Edge, NJ, part of River Edge School District. Roosevelt School serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Roosevelt School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #701 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Roosevelt School show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Roosevelt School — Students at Roosevelt School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 45 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.3/10.
How Roosevelt School Compares
See how Roosevelt 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
711 SUMMIT AVE, River Edge, NJ 07661
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Roosevelt School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Parkway Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Paramus), which scores notably higher. Another option is BEN PORAT YOSEF (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Paramus), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST PETER ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in River Edge, see our River Edge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SINAI SCHOOL AT RYNJ River Edge | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| YESHIVA OF NORTH JERSEY River Edge | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| River Dell Middle School River Edge | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| NEW BEGINNINGS AT GRACE LUTHERAN River Edge | 0.6 mi | — |
| River Dell Regional High School Oradell | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| HOVNANIAN SCHOOL New Milford | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Berkley Street School New Milford | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Cherry Hill School River Edge | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| ST PETER ACADEMY River Edge | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| New Milford High School New Milford | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| SOLOMON SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL OF BERGEN CO New Milford | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Oradell | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Oradell Public School Oradell | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Parkway Elementary School Paramus | 1.1 mi | 9.6 |
| East Brook Middle School Paramus | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| INSTITUTE FOR EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT New Milford | 1.2 mi | — |
| David E. Owens Middle School New Milford | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| BEN PORAT YOSEF Paramus | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Memorial Elementary School Paramus | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School New Milford | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07661 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$155,827
Median Home Value
$637,500
Median Rent
$1,811/mo
Population
12,024
College Educated
70.8%
Homeownership
75.9%
Avg Commute
34.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Median Age
42.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chittick Elementary School East Brunswick, NJ | 7.4 |
| Franklin Borough School Franklin, NJ | 7.4 |
| Hillside Elementary School Montclair, NJ | 7.4 |
| Lanoka Harbor Elementary School Lanoka Harbor, NJ | 7.4 |
| Mendham Township Elementary School Brookside, NJ | 7.4 |
| School 28 Paterson, NJ | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Roosevelt School
What grades does Roosevelt School serve?
Roosevelt School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Roosevelt School?
Roosevelt School has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt School?
The student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt School is 14:1. 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 #701 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Roosevelt School's MySchoolScout rating?
Roosevelt School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 490
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.9%
- Phone
- (201) 261-1546
Resources & Links
District
River Edge School District- District Enrollment
- 1,206
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,599
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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