ROOSEVELT THEODORE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Roosevelt Theodore MS is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Philadelphia City SD school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 505 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, Roosevelt Theodore MS has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Theodore Roosevelt Middle School, located at 430 E. Washington Lane in the Germantown neighborhood of Philadelphia, is a public middle school serving students in grades 5 through 8. As part of the School District of Philadelphia, the school plays a foundational role in its local community, focusing on the transitional middle school years by providing a curriculum designed to prepare students for the academic and social rigors of high school. The school operates with a commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment that addresses the diverse needs of its urban student population.

Beyond its core academic offerings in subjects like mathematics, literacy, and science, Roosevelt Middle School emphasizes the importance of student engagement through various extracurricular activities and character development initiatives. The school serves as a hub for the neighborhood, often collaborating with families and community partners to enhance the educational experience. By balancing traditional instruction with efforts to improve school culture, the administration and staff aim to provide students with the essential skills and personal growth opportunities necessary for long-term success in the Philadelphia public school system.

For more information, contact Roosevelt Theodore MS at (215) 951-4170 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.