Below Average
#1704 of 2,105 schools in WI
Roosevelt Elementary
Elementary School · Racine Unified School District
915 Romayne Ave, Racine, WI 53402
Enrollment
219
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
219
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,704 of 2,105
In Racine
#11 of 25
public schools
In district
#12 of 25
Racine Unified School District
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Roosevelt Elementary
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About Roosevelt Elementary
Roosevelt Elementary is a public elementary school in Racine, WI, part of Racine Unified School District. Roosevelt Elementary serves approximately 219 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Roosevelt Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,704 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Roosevelt Elementary show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Roosevelt Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
46% 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
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Roosevelt Elementary — Students at Roosevelt Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.3/10.
How Roosevelt Elementary Compares
See how Roosevelt Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
915 Romayne Ave, Racine, WI 53402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Roosevelt Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WISCONSIN LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST RITA CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Racine, see our Racine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Racine | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| SMALL WORLD MONTESSORI Racine | 0.6 mi | — |
| Red Apple Elementary Racine | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Racine | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Jerstad-Agerholm School Racine | 0.9 mi | 2.7 |
| Racine Youthful Offender Warren Young High Racine | 1.1 mi | 2.7 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - VIA Racine | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Horlick High Racine | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Julian Thomas Elementary Racine | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Gilmore Fine Arts School Racine | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| SIENA CATHOLIC SCHOOLS OF RACINE Racine | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Wadewitz Elementary Racine | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| JOHN PAUL II ACADEMY Racine | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Racine Alternative Learning Racine | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| 21st Century Preparatory School Racine | 1.6 mi | 3.0 |
| RACINE LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Racine | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| WISCONSIN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Racine | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Jefferson Lighthouse Elementary Racine | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| THE PRAIRIE SCHOOL Wind Point | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| ST RITA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Racine | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,125
Median Home Value
$224,200
Median Rent
$1,049/mo
Population
35,272
College Educated
33.1%
Homeownership
71.5%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
41.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bryant Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.8 |
| Chegwin Elementary Fond Du Lac, WI | 4.8 |
| Columbus Elementary Appleton, WI | 4.8 |
| FIRST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cedarburg, WI | 4.8 |
| Holmes Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.8 |
| Jackson Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Roosevelt Elementary
What grades does Roosevelt Elementary serve?
Roosevelt Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Roosevelt Elementary?
Roosevelt Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 219 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt Elementary is 9.5:1. 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 WI?
Roosevelt Elementary ranks #1,704 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Roosevelt Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Roosevelt Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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?
78.5% 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 219
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Racine County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.7%
- Phone
- (262) 664-8300
Resources & Links
District
Racine Unified School District- District Enrollment
- 15,963
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,095
- District Rank
- #12 of 25
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