ROOSEVELT ALTERN SCHOOL

Roosevelt Altern Sch is a public high school that is part of the Norristown Area SD school district, located in Norristown, PA with about 118 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 9 teachers, Roosevelt Altern Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Roosevelt Alternative School, located on Markley Street in Norristown, Pennsylvania, serves as a specialized educational facility within the Norristown Area School District. Unlike traditional comprehensive high schools, Roosevelt is designed to support students who may benefit from a more focused, small-group environment or those who have struggled in a conventional classroom setting. The school prioritizes individualized attention, behavioral support, and credit recovery, aiming to provide a pathway for students to earn their diplomas in a setting that addresses their specific academic and social-emotional needs.

The atmosphere at Roosevelt is geared toward fostering personal accountability and academic progress for students who are at risk of falling behind or dropping out. By offering a smaller student-to-teacher ratio and a more structured, supportive curriculum, the school works to remove traditional barriers to learning. Its presence in the Norristown community highlights the district's commitment to providing diverse educational options, ensuring that all students—regardless of their previous challenges—have access to the resources and guidance necessary to successfully transition toward graduation and post-secondary success.

For more information, contact Roosevelt Altern Sch at (610) 275-9720 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.