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Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School

Elementary School · Union City School District

4507 HUDSON AVE, Union City, NJ 07087

Enrollment

881

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,335 of 2,466

In Union City

#12 of 14

public schools

In district

#12 of 14

Union City School District

Equity

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School

6.3/10

Elementary School in Union City · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.2/10

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About Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School

Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School is a public elementary school in Union City, NJ, part of Union City School District. Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School serves approximately 881 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th. Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,335 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-6.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.7 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)16% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+30.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$28,362
Chronic Absenteeism22.6%

Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School — Students at Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 49.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 45 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
73%
ELA
51%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
49%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
31%
2022
Math
29%
ELA
54%
2024
Math
34.3%
ELA
57.1%
2025
Math
41.3%
ELA
52.6%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
46th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.6%

Location

4507 HUDSON AVE, Union City, NJ 07087

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Theodore Roosevelt School (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Weehawken), which scores notably higher. Another option is Public School Number Two (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby West New York), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jefferson Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Union City, see our Union City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
RISING STAR ACADEMY Union City 0.3 mi 6.5
Theodore Roosevelt School Weehawken 0.3 mi 8.2
Weehawken High School Weehawken 0.3 mi 7.3
Early Childhood School West New York 0.3 mi 3.7
Union Hill Middle School Union City 0.4 mi 6.7
George Washington Elementary School Union City 0.4 mi 6.0
Public School Number Two West New York 0.4 mi 8.1
Public School Number Five West New York 0.4 mi 7.3
Robert Menendez Elementary School West New York 0.5 mi 7.6
Memorial High School West New York 0.5 mi 4.0
West New York Middle School West New York 0.5 mi 7.3
Jefferson Elementary School Union City 0.6 mi 8.1
Franklin Elementary School N. Bergen 0.8 mi 7.3
Daniel Webster School Weehawken 0.8 mi 6.7
Public School Number One West New York 0.9 mi 7.1
Harry L Bain West New York 0.9 mi 8.0
Robert Waters Elementary School Union City 0.9 mi 7.3
Lincoln Elementary School North Bergen 1.1 mi 7.5
Albio Sires Elementary School West New York 1.1 mi 7.5
Union City High School Union City 1.0 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07087 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,369

Median Home Value

$446,800

Median Rent

$1,489/mo

Population

66,375

College Educated

28.4%

Homeownership

20.4%

Avg Commute

32.9 min

Poverty Rate

21.3%

Median Age

37.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School

What grades does Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School serve?

Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School?

Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 881 students.

How does Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School rank in NJ?

Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School ranks #1,335 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

91.5% of students at Theodore 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
97 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
85 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
881
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hudson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.6%

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