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Roosevelt Elementary School

Public | K-4 | 179 students

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6 reviews of this school


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Posted May 27, 2008

this school has a very caring staff that cares about there students
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 3, 2006

Roosevelt Elementary School has a caring and responsive staff and teachers. The teachers strive for excellence and work with the parents and the students towards this goal. I am extremely happy with the education provided by this group of fine teachers and expect even better things as we approach another school year! Keep up the great work!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 6, 2006

Unfortunately, the prevailing problem throughout this district seems to be lack of parent involvement in anything other than fundraisers (and even that is sparce at best). I was extremely disappointed in the assembly-line approach to teaching children. If anyone has a child that doesn't necessarily learn the way the rest of the class does, don't expect too much from the school by way of special attention. This school also falls behind as far as curriculum is concerned (compared to other well-ranked Camden County Schools). I can not in good conscience give my endorsement to this institution.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 22, 2006

I have 1 child in Roosevelt School. I'm very happy with the help she gets from her special education teacher. Her improvement in reading is just amazing.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 11, 2006

I have two children who are currently going to roosevelt and It has been a good experience.My son does have some learning disablities that they have been great with.Both my son and daughter have enjoyed their experience there.The teachers and staff have all been very nice and helpful .
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 31, 2005

Roosevelt Elementary has too many students and not enough teachers. Most of the classes are overcrowded and it's difficult for children to get a quality education. The expectations are high, yet there is a lack of resources to achieve the goals they strive for. With regard to discipline, the staff tends to blame, frequently suspend, and retain students instead of finding creative alternatives for different learning styles. There is little accountability on the teachers to provide a quality education and partner with parents for improved performance. There is also a lack of diversity in their staff. They employ very few males or teachers of color, yet over 40% of the student body is children of color. Some of the good things include an active PTA, access to computers, and art classes.
—Submitted by a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Language Arts Literacy

The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 67% in 2012.

31 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
59%

2010

 
 
68%

2009

 
 
54%
Math

The state average for Math was 78% in 2012.

31 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
85%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 59% in 2012.

42 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
45%

2011

 
 
48%

2010

 
 
49%

2009

 
 
43%
Math

The state average for Math was 77% in 2012.

42 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
69%

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
73%

2009

 
 
57%
Science

The state average for Science was 91% in 2012.

42 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
91%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

All Students81%
Female88%
Male73%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic62%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged79%
Non-economically disadvantaged83%
Special educationn/a
General education86%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant81%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students90%
Female94%
Male87%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic85%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged89%
Non-economically disadvantaged92%
Special educationn/a
General education96%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant90%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the New Jersey Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

All Students45%
Female42%
Male50%
Black39%
Asiann/a
Hispanic29%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged36%
Non-economically disadvantaged59%
Special educationn/a
General education49%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant45%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students69%
Female63%
Male78%
Black62%
Asiann/a
Hispanic65%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged60%
Non-economically disadvantaged82%
Special educationn/a
General education76%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant69%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Science

All Students95%
Female92%
Male100%
Black92%
Asiann/a
Hispanic94%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged92%
Non-economically disadvantaged100%
Special educationn/a
General education97%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant95%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the New Jersey Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 39% 20%
Black 35% 17%
White 14% 54%
Asian 13% 8%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander N/A 0%
Two or more races N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 54%N/A30%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 13N/A12
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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5526 Wisteria Ave
Pennsauken, NJ 08109
Phone: (856) 662-8141

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