At a glance
Reported students
1,127
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
88.99
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
12.7:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
New York high enrollment
84th percentile
Compared with 1,188 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
460
Roosevelt High School: 1,127 reported students.
State peer staffing position
78th percentile
12.7:1 reported; state peer median 10.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,120
- Teachers (FTE)
- 100
- Student–teacher ratio
- 11.2:1
What the reported data says about Roosevelt High School
Roosevelt High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Roosevelt. It is one of 5 current school records connected to Roosevelt Union Free School District. NCES reports 1,127 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,188 high schools in New York with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 460 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 84th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 12.7:1, above the New York median of 10.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (55.9%) and Black (30.9%). English learners represent 25.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment. The school reported 10 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Roosevelt High School
- 1How do the reported 12.7:1 student–teacher ratio and 88.99 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 6 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 25.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.1%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 58.9%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 6
- Nurses (FTE)
- 2
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White11.9%
- Hispanic55.9%
- Black30.9%
- Asian1%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial0.1%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
10 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Roosevelt Union Free School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Washington Rose School
Elementary · Grades PK–06
667 reported students
Centennial Avenue Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06
460 reported students
Ulysses Byas Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06
457 reported students
Roosevelt Middle School
Middle · Grades 07–08
441 reported students
Public schools near Roosevelt High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uniondale High School High · Uniondale Union Free School District | 09–12 | 2,106 | 1.2 mi |
| Sanford H Calhoun High School High · Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District | 09–12 | 1,219 | 1.3 mi |
| Baldwin Senior High School High · Baldwin Union Free School District | 09–12 | 1,470 | 1.9 mi |
| Wellington C Mepham High School High · Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District | 09–12 | 1,211 | 2.2 mi |
| South Side High School High · Rockville Centre Union Free School District | 09–12 | 959 | 2.6 mi |
| Freeport High School High · Freeport Union Free School District | 09–12 | 2,244 | 2.6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Roosevelt High School
What grades does Roosevelt High School serve?
Roosevelt High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Roosevelt Union Free School District.
How many students attend Roosevelt High School?
Roosevelt High School reported 1,127 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 84th percentile among 1,188 New York high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,120 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Roosevelt High School?
The calculated ratio is 12.7:1, based on 1,127 students and 88.99 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The New York median for the same school level is 10.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Roosevelt High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Roosevelt High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Roosevelt Union Free School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Roosevelt High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
58.9% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Roosevelt High School in?
Roosevelt High School is part of Roosevelt Union Free School District, based in Roosevelt, NY, which operates 5 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Roosevelt High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Uniondale High School (1.2 mi), Sanford H Calhoun High School (1.3 mi), Baldwin Senior High School (1.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.