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Roosevelt High School - 03

High School · Sioux Falls School District 49-5

6600 W 41st St, Sioux Falls, SD 57106

Enrollment

1,776

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

5.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#424 of 574

In Sioux Falls

#29 of 44

public schools

In district

#23 of 37

Sioux Falls School District 49-5

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Roosevelt High School - 03

5.1/10

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

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About Roosevelt High School - 03

Roosevelt High School - 03 is a public high school in Sioux Falls, SD, part of Sioux Falls School District 49-5. Roosevelt High School - 03 serves approximately 1,776 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Roosevelt High School - 03 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #424 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Roosevelt High School - 03 show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • SD avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

39% of students at Roosevelt High School - 03 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 Progress6.1Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
College Readiness4.7Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate86%
AP Participation15.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,457
Chronic Absenteeism39.1%

Roosevelt High School - 03 — Students at Roosevelt High School - 03 score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
78%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
59%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Roosevelt High School - 03 Compares

See how Roosevelt High School - 03 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
26th percentile in SD
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.1
Sports
19
8 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
107 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
15.1% participation·State avg: 2.1 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics19sports offered
8 boys'·11 girls'·37 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

6600 W 41st St, Sioux Falls, SD 57106

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roosevelt High School - 03 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Community Campus - 41 (rated 4.2/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Jefferson High School - 67 (rated 3.8/10, 3.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sioux Falls, see our Sioux Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Oscar Howe Elementary - 58 Sioux Falls 0.4 mi 5.3
BETHEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sioux Falls 0.9 mi
John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 Sioux Falls 0.9 mi 6.6
Memorial Middle School - 04 Sioux Falls 1.2 mi 5.9
RF Pettigrew Elementary - 17 Sioux Falls 1.1 mi 6.8
Discovery Elementary - 26 Sioux Falls 1.3 mi 5.3
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Sioux Falls 1.4 mi 5.7
CHOICES JR. HIGH Sioux Falls 1.3 mi
Tea Area Frontier Elementary - 05 Tea 1.4 mi 7.9
Hayward Elementary - 38 Sioux Falls 2.4 mi 2.9
SIOUX FALLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sioux Falls 2.4 mi 7.1
SIOUX FALLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sioux Falls 2.4 mi 7.4
Avera Behavioral Health Program - 82 Sioux Falls 2.3 mi
Avera Adolescent Addiction Care Program - 81 Sioux Falls 2.3 mi
O'GORMAN HIGH SCHOOL Sioux Falls 2.3 mi 4.6
Explorer Elementary - 04 Sioux Falls 3.0 mi 7.0
CTE - 37 Sioux Falls 3.4 mi
Jefferson High School - 67 Sioux Falls 3.5 mi 3.8
Community Campus - 41 Sioux Falls 2.7 mi 4.2
Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 Sioux Falls 2.8 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,070

Median Home Value

$268,800

Median Rent

$996/mo

Population

51,780

College Educated

34.5%

Homeownership

59.9%

Avg Commute

18 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

33.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roosevelt High School - 03

What grades does Roosevelt High School - 03 serve?

Roosevelt High School - 03 serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Roosevelt High School - 03?

Roosevelt High School - 03 has an enrollment of approximately 1,776 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt High School - 03?

The student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt High School - 03 is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Roosevelt High School - 03 rank in SD?

Roosevelt High School - 03 ranks #424 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Roosevelt High School - 03's MySchoolScout rating?

Roosevelt High School - 03 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 - 03?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Roosevelt High School - 03 has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Roosevelt High School - 03 a charter school?

No, Roosevelt High School - 03 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Roosevelt High School - 03 a Title I school?

No, Roosevelt High School - 03 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Roosevelt High School - 03?

31.7% of students at Roosevelt High School - 03 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
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
17 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,776
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
107
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Minnehaha County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.1%
4-Year Graduation
86.0%

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