ROOSEVELT MIDDLE SCHOOL

Roosevelt Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the New Bedford school district, located in New Bedford, MA with about 805 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade 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 66 teachers, Roosevelt Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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 Middle School, located on Frederick Street in New Bedford, Massachusetts, is a public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the New Bedford Public Schools district, the institution is committed to fostering an inclusive academic environment that prepares students for the rigors of high school and beyond. The school emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum, incorporating core subjects like mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies, while often providing opportunities for students to engage in extracurricular activities and elective courses that support personal and social development.

The school's identity is deeply rooted in the New Bedford community, focusing on building strong partnerships between educators, families, and local organizations. By prioritizing a supportive school culture, Roosevelt Middle School aims to address the diverse learning needs of its student body through collaborative instruction and student-centered initiatives. For families and community members, the school serves as a central hub for academic achievement and civic engagement, providing regular updates and resources via their official website to ensure transparent communication regarding school policies, events, and performance data.

For more information, contact Roosevelt Middle School at (508) 997-4511 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

119 Frederick Street
New Bedford, MA 02744
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ROOSEVELT MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in New Bedford, MA with about 805 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Massachusetts

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
New Bedford
Total Students:
805
Teachers:
66.05
NSLP Status:1
Missing
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 805 students

Hispanic/Latino
39.1%
White
37.9%
Black or African American
17.0%
Two or more races
5.0%
Asian
0.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
48.0%
Male
52.0%

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.