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Roosevelt High School

High School · ROOSEVELT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

1 WAGNER AVE, Roosevelt, NY 11575

Enrollment

1,075

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

6.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,087 of 4,742

In Roosevelt

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

ROOSEVELT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Roosevelt High School

6.6/10

High School in Roosevelt · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Roosevelt High School

Roosevelt High School is a public high school in Roosevelt, NY, part of ROOSEVELT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Roosevelt High School serves approximately 1,075 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Roosevelt High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,087 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Roosevelt High School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.4 pts below NY schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

56% of students at Roosevelt High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change+0.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics8.1Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency65% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency78% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency72% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
College Readiness4.0Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate77%
AP Participation6.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$34,102
Chronic Absenteeism55.8%

Roosevelt High School — Students at Roosevelt High School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 72.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 80.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
12%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
78%
ELA
85%
2017
Math
79%
ELA
85%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2020*
Math
65%
ELA
78%
2021*
Math
65%
ELA
78%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Roosevelt High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.6/10
56th percentile in NY
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
5.5/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
23
11 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
86 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
55.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
6.9% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics23sports offered
11 boys'·12 girls'·37 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1 WAGNER AVE, Roosevelt, NY 11575

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roosevelt High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SANFORD H CALHOUN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Merrick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, UNIONDALE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Uniondale), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Roosevelt, see our Roosevelt schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
ROOSEVELT MIDDLE SCHOOL Roosevelt 0.2 mi 5.7
SMITH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale 0.3 mi 7.3
TURTLE HOOK MIDDLE SCHOOL Uniondale 0.6 mi 5.8
WASHINGTON ROSE SCHOOL Roosevelt 0.7 mi 3.9
THE CHILDREN'S LEARNING CENTER Roosevelt 0.7 mi 6.4
ULYSSES BYAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roosevelt 1.0 mi 6.0
OLD MILL ROAD SCHOOL Merrick 0.8 mi 6.7
ROOSEVELT CHILDREN'S ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Roosevelt 1.0 mi 4.9
UNIONDALE HIGH SCHOOL Uniondale 1.2 mi 7.0
CENTENNIAL AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roosevelt 1.1 mi 5.6
HAROLD D FAYETTE SCHOOL North Merrick 1.0 mi 8.2
WALNUT STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale 1.3 mi 6.3
NORTHERN PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale 1.1 mi 4.4
BARNUM WOODS SCHOOL East Meadow 1.4 mi 9.0
PROGRESSIVE SCHOOL OF LONG ISLAND Merrick 1.1 mi 8.2
ST MARTIN DE PORRES MARIANIST SCHOOL Uniondale 1.3 mi 5.7
SANFORD H CALHOUN HIGH SCHOOL Merrick 1.3 mi 9.2
CAMP AVENUE SCHOOL Merrick 1.4 mi 7.3
COLUMBUS AVENUE SCHOOL Freeport 1.7 mi 6.3
CAROLINE G ATKINSON SCHOOL Freeport 1.7 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11575 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$133,534

Median Home Value

$457,100

Median Rent

$2,579/mo

Population

19,430

College Educated

27.6%

Homeownership

76.2%

Avg Commute

34.6 min

Poverty Rate

4%

Median Age

34

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School Rating
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TRANSIT TECH CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 6.6
WATERTOWN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Watertown, NY 6.6
WEST END SECONDARY SCHOOL New York, NY 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roosevelt High School

What grades does Roosevelt High School serve?

Roosevelt High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Roosevelt High School?

Roosevelt High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,075 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt High School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Roosevelt High School rank in NY?

Roosevelt High School ranks #2,087 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Roosevelt High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Roosevelt High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Roosevelt High School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Roosevelt High School a charter school?

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

Is Roosevelt High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,075
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
86
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
55.8%
4-Year Graduation
77.0%

District

ROOSEVELT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,137
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$34,102
District Rank
#1 of 5

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