School Overview
Roosevelt Middle School, located at 36 Gilbert Place in West Orange, New Jersey, serves as a key educational institution for the local community, typically catering to students in grades 7 and 8. As part of the West Orange Public School District, the school is committed to fostering an inclusive and challenging academic environment. It focuses on preparing students for the transition to high school by offering a comprehensive curriculum that balances core academic subjects—such as mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies—with opportunities for personal development and elective exploration.

Beyond its academic offerings, Roosevelt Middle School places a strong emphasis on social-emotional growth and community engagement. The school environment is designed to support the unique developmental needs of middle schoolers, often encouraging participation in extracurricular activities, sports, and arts programs that help students discover their interests and build leadership skills. By prioritizing a collaborative relationship between teachers, students, and families, the school aims to create a supportive culture where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best while contributing positively to the broader West Orange community.
457
Total Students
55.7
Full-Time Teachers
8.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
43.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Roosevelt Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White84
Hispanic173
Black160
Asian9
Two or More29
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    173 (37.9%)
  • Black
    160 (35.0%)
  • White
    84 (18.4%)
  • Two or More
    29 (6.3%)
  • Asian
    9 (2.0%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: West Orange Public Schools
Phone: (973)669-5373
Website: http://www.woboe.org/Domain/17
Grade Range: 7th - 8th
Total Students: 457
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 55.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 8.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 176
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 24
Grades Taught
Grade 7 238
Grade 8 219

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Roosevelt Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 7238
Grade 8219
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Roosevelt Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female22649.5%
Male23150.5%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)