THEODORE ROOSEVELT SCHOOL
Theodore Roosevelt School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Theodore Roosevelt School school district, located in Ft. Apache, AZ with about 123 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. 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.
The Theodore Roosevelt School, located in Fort Apache, Arizona, is a historic educational institution deeply intertwined with the heritage of the White Mountain Apache Tribe. Originally established in the late 19th century as an Indian boarding school on the site of the former Fort Apache military post, the institution has evolved significantly over the decades. Today, it serves as a tribal-controlled school dedicated to providing quality education while maintaining a strong commitment to the preservation of Apache language, culture, and traditions for its students.
The school is notable for its unique position within the Fort Apache Historic Park, an area recognized for its historical and archaeological significance. By blending a standard academic curriculum with culturally responsive programming, the Theodore Roosevelt School strives to prepare its students for modern academic success while ensuring they remain grounded in their indigenous identity. Its mission reflects a broader educational goal of fostering self-determination and empowerment within the White Mountain Apache community.
For more information, contact Theodore Roosevelt School at (928) 338-4464 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Ft. Apache, AZ 85926
(928) 338-4464
THEODORE ROOSEVELT SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Ft. Apache, AZ with about 123 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Arizona
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- Theodore Roosevelt School
- Total Students:
- 123
- Teachers:
- 0
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 123 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending THEODORE ROOSEVELT SCHOOL is predominantly American Indian or Alaska Native, representing about 100% of the student body.
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 100.0%
- Female
- 54.5%
- Male
- 45.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.