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#147 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 7% in state

Roosevelt Elementary

Elementary School · Spokane School District

333 W 14Th Ave, Spokane, WA 99204

Enrollment

431

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

8.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#147 of 2,228

In Spokane

#3 of 85

public schools

In district

#3 of 57

Spokane School District

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Roosevelt Elementary

8.9/10

Elementary School in Spokane · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Whitman Elementary

6.4/10

Spokane, WA. Compare side by side with Roosevelt Elementary before ruling this option in or out.

Libby Center

9.3/10

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About Roosevelt Elementary

Roosevelt Elementary is a public elementary school in Spokane, WA, part of Spokane School District. Roosevelt Elementary serves approximately 431 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Roosevelt Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #147 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Roosevelt Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.2 pts above district
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.7
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

44% of students at Roosevelt Elementary 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 · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-0.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56.1% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.8% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+4.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.4 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+15.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,334
Chronic Absenteeism43.6%

Roosevelt Elementary — Students at Roosevelt Elementary score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 53.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 59.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 32 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
47%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
45.6%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
55.9%
ELA
59.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.

How Roosevelt Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.9/10
93th percentile in WA
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.6%

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

333 W 14Th Ave, Spokane, WA 99204

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roosevelt Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hutton Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Wilson Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Jefferson Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Spokane, see our Spokane schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
CATALDO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Spokane 0.3 mi 6.3
Lewis & Clark High School Spokane 0.7 mi 5.2
Wilson Elementary Spokane 0.9 mi 8.6
Open Doors Spokane 1.2 mi 6.1
Lumen High School Spokane 1.2 mi
SOUTHSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Spokane 1.1 mi 5.5
Sacajawea Middle School Spokane 1.3 mi 7.8
Hutton Elementary Spokane 1.1 mi 8.8
CHESTERTON ACADEMY OF NOTRE DAME Spokane 1.3 mi 6.5
NEWESD 101 Open Doors Spokane 1.2 mi
PRIDE Prep School Spokane 1.3 mi 5.8
Grant Elementary Spokane 1.1 mi 6.6
Jefferson Elementary Spokane 1.6 mi 8.3
ENLIGHTIUM ACADEMY Spokane 1.9 mi 3.1
CHILDRENS HOUSE MONTESSORI Spokane 1.3 mi
Structural Alt Confinement School Spokane 1.8 mi
Spokane Juvenile Detention School Spokane 1.8 mi
North Central High School Spokane 2.1 mi 5.8
Bryant Center Spokane 1.9 mi 8.2
A-3 Multiagency Adolescent Prog Spokane 2.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,266

Median Home Value

$355,700

Median Rent

$1,103/mo

Population

7,519

College Educated

37.5%

Homeownership

30.8%

Poverty Rate

18.8%

Median Age

32.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roosevelt Elementary

What grades does Roosevelt Elementary serve?

Roosevelt Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Roosevelt Elementary?

Roosevelt Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Elementary is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Roosevelt Elementary rank in WA?

Roosevelt Elementary ranks #147 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Roosevelt Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Roosevelt Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Roosevelt Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Roosevelt Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Roosevelt Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

55.5% of students at Roosevelt Elementary 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
66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Roosevelt Elementary stack up?

Whitman Elementary
6.4
Libby Center
9.3
Browne Elementary
7.5
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Spokane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.6%

District

Spokane School District
District Enrollment
28,586
Schools in District
69
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,334
District Rank
#3 of 57

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