Serving 1,678 students in grades 9-12, Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,678 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School's student population of 1,678 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,678 students
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Year Founded
1922
Colors
cardinal red, gold, and blue
School Motto
Don’t flinch, don’t foul, hit the line hard!
School Rankings
Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5395 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Teddy The Bear
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School's ranking?
Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School is ranked #5395 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School often compared to?
Theodore Roosevelt Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James A. Garfield Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School is 89%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School?
1,678 students attend Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School?
Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School offer ?
Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School part of?
Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School located?
Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School is located in the Central LA neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 62 other public schools located in Central LA.
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