Theodore Roosevelt High School is a public high school in San Antonio, Texas. The school is part of the North East Independent School District, which serves portions of San Antonio and the City of Windcrest. It is classified as a 6A school by the UIL.
Serving 2,616 students in grades 9-12, Roosevelt High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,616 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roosevelt High School's student population of 2,616 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 164 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
164 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Rankings
Roosevelt High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roosevelt High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5899 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
67%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
13%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rough Riders
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt High School's ranking?
Roosevelt High School is ranked #5899 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Roosevelt High School often compared to?
Roosevelt High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Gervin Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Roosevelt High School?
The graduation rate of Roosevelt High School is 81%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Roosevelt High School?
2,616 students attend Roosevelt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Roosevelt High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roosevelt High School?
Roosevelt High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Roosevelt High School offer ?
Roosevelt High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Roosevelt High School part of?
Roosevelt High School is part of North East Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Roosevelt High School located?
Roosevelt High School is located in the Northeast Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 30 other public schools located in Northeast Side.
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