Serving 1,454 students in grades 9-12, Roosevelt High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,454 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 75% (Btm 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roosevelt High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Roosevelt High School's student population of 1,454 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roosevelt High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#978 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
40%
26%
Black
13%
3%
White
31%
58%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt High School's ranking?
Roosevelt High School is ranked #978 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Roosevelt High School often compared to?
Roosevelt High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson High School, Benson Polytechnic High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Roosevelt High School?
The graduation rate of Roosevelt High School is 75%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Roosevelt High School?
1,454 students attend Roosevelt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Roosevelt High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roosevelt High School?
Roosevelt High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Roosevelt High School offer ?
Roosevelt High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Roosevelt High School part of?
Roosevelt High School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Roosevelt High School located?
Roosevelt High School is located in the North Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 14 other public schools located in North Portland.
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