Serving 450 students in grades 3-6, T Roosevelt Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
T Roosevelt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
T Roosevelt Elementary School's student population of 450 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
450 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
T Roosevelt Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of T Roosevelt Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2894 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Hispanic
97%
29%
Black
2%
16%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is T Roosevelt Elementary School's ranking?
T Roosevelt Elementary School is ranked #2894 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend T Roosevelt Elementary School?
450 students attend T Roosevelt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of T Roosevelt Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of T Roosevelt Elementary School?
T Roosevelt Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does T Roosevelt Elementary School offer ?
T Roosevelt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is T Roosevelt Elementary School part of?
T Roosevelt Elementary School is part of Cicero SD 99 School District.
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