Serving 463 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Roosevelt Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roosevelt Elementary School's student population of 463 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
463 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring greatness in each one of its students.
School Rankings
Roosevelt Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#3375 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
48%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
38%
20%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt Elementary School's ranking?
Roosevelt Elementary School is ranked #3375 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Roosevelt Elementary School often compared to?
Roosevelt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peabody Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Roosevelt Elementary School?
463 students attend Roosevelt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Roosevelt Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roosevelt Elementary School?
Roosevelt Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Roosevelt Elementary School offer ?
Roosevelt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Roosevelt Elementary School part of?
Roosevelt Elementary School is part of Santa Barbara Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Roosevelt Elementary School located?
Roosevelt Elementary School is located in the Lower Riviera neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.
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