Theodore Roosevelt High School, often referred to as Kent Roosevelt, is a public high school in Kent, Ohio, United States.
Serving 1,325 students in grades 9-12, Theodore Roosevelt High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Theodore Roosevelt High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Theodore Roosevelt High School's student population of 1,325 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,325 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1868
School Calendar
Campus Size
90.5 acres (36.6 ha)
School Rankings
Theodore Roosevelt High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Theodore Roosevelt High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1402 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
12%
17%
White
72%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Kent City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Theodore Roosevelt High School's ranking?
Theodore Roosevelt High School is ranked #1402 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Theodore Roosevelt High School often compared to?
Theodore Roosevelt High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Field High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Theodore Roosevelt High School?
The graduation rate of Theodore Roosevelt High School is 88%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Theodore Roosevelt High School?
1,325 students attend Theodore Roosevelt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Theodore Roosevelt High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Theodore Roosevelt High School?
Theodore Roosevelt High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Theodore Roosevelt High School offer ?
Theodore Roosevelt High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Theodore Roosevelt High School part of?
Theodore Roosevelt High School is part of Kent City School District.
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