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Roosevelt School #7

Elementary School · Garfield Public School District

225 LINCOLN PL, Garfield, NJ 07026

Enrollment

312

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,001 of 2,466

In Garfield

#10 of 11

public schools

In district

#10 of 11

Garfield Public School District

Equity

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Roosevelt School #7

5.0/10

Elementary School in Garfield · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Bergen Arts and Sciences Charter School

7.3/10

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6.8/10

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About Roosevelt School #7

Roosevelt School #7 is a public elementary school in Garfield, NJ, part of Garfield Public School District. Roosevelt School #7 serves approximately 312 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Roosevelt School #7 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,001 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Roosevelt School #7 show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-6.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-5.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+17.5 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+15.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,656
Chronic Absenteeism14.1%

Roosevelt School #7 — Students at Roosevelt School #7 score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 60.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 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
77%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
47.5%
ELA
68.1%
2025
Math
42.2%
ELA
61.4%

* 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: 2.9/10.

How Roosevelt School #7 Compares

See how Roosevelt School #7 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
19th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

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

225 LINCOLN PL, Garfield, NJ 07026

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roosevelt School #7 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Abraham Lincoln School #6 (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Christopher Columbus School #8 (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Columbus School (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Lodi), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garfield, see our Garfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Bergen Arts and Sciences Charter School Fair Lawn 0.2 mi 7.3
James Madison School #10 Garfield 0.5 mi 6.8
Christopher Columbus School #8 Garfield 0.5 mi 7.3
Abraham Lincoln School #6 Garfield 0.5 mi 8.2
MARGARET P MUSCARELLE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Garfield 0.6 mi
Garfield Public Preschool 3 at Headstart Garfield 0.6 mi 5.8
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Lodi 0.5 mi 7.1
Garfield Public Preschool Annex Garfield 0.8 mi 5.4
FELICIAN SCHOOL FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Lodi 0.7 mi
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION HIGH SCHOOL Lodi 0.7 mi 6.3
Roosevelt School Lodi 0.6 mi 6.9
Garfield High School Garfield 0.8 mi 4.0
Casimir Pulaski School No. 8 Passaic 0.8 mi 5.6
Etta Gero School No. 9 Passaic 0.9 mi 4.3
Thomas Jefferson School #9 Garfield 1.1 mi 6.9
Muhammad Ali School Number 23 Passaic 0.9 mi 6.9
Columbus School Lodi 1.0 mi 7.0
Ellen Ochoa School Number 22 Passaic 0.9 mi 5.1
Mahatma Gandhi School Number 25 Passaic 0.9 mi 4.7
Abraham Lincoln School Number 24 Passaic 0.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,701

Median Home Value

$454,300

Median Rent

$1,612/mo

Population

32,502

College Educated

24.3%

Homeownership

45.4%

Avg Commute

27.8 min

Poverty Rate

14.2%

Median Age

39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roosevelt School #7

What grades does Roosevelt School #7 serve?

Roosevelt School #7 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Roosevelt School #7?

Roosevelt School #7 has an enrollment of approximately 312 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt School #7?

The student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt School #7 is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Roosevelt School #7 rank in NJ?

Roosevelt School #7 ranks #2,001 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Roosevelt School #7's MySchoolScout rating?

Roosevelt School #7 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 #7?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Roosevelt School #7 has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Roosevelt School #7 a charter school?

No, Roosevelt School #7 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Roosevelt School #7 a Title I school?

No, Roosevelt School #7 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Roosevelt School #7?

56.4% of students at Roosevelt School #7 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
86 Very Walkable
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

District

Garfield Public School District
District Enrollment
4,871
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,656
District Rank
#10 of 11

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