Serving 580 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roosevelt Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roosevelt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Roosevelt Elementary School's student population of 580 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
580 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Roosevelt Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt Elementary 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
#1281 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
36%
12%
Black
21%
12%
White
33%
60%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinals
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt Elementary School's ranking?
Roosevelt Elementary School is ranked #1281 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Roosevelt Elementary School often compared to?
Roosevelt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie Woods Elementary School, Kennedy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Roosevelt Elementary School?
580 students attend Roosevelt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Roosevelt Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roosevelt Elementary School?
Roosevelt Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Roosevelt Elementary School offer ?
Roosevelt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Roosevelt Elementary School part of?
Roosevelt Elementary School is part of Willmar Public School District.
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