55 out of 10GreatSchools

Roosevelt International Middle School

San Diego, CA
  • Public
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  • Grades 6-8
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  • Enrollment: 989

Overview

Roosevelt International Middle School
3366 Park Boulevard
San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 293-4450
Roosevelt International Middle School is located in San Diego, CA and serves grades 6-8.It received a GreatSchool rating of 5 out of 10
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Student Diversity

Race

Percentage

Pacific Islander
0%
Native American
0%
Filipino
1%
Asian
2%
Two or more races
5%
Black
9%
White
20%
Hispanic
62%
Other
1%

Reviews34 Reviews

3.0
parent
I've been very satisfied with Roosevelt International Middle School for my son. The thought of middle school often strikes fear and anxiety for parents, but I think Roosevelt provides a safe, nurturing place for its students to develop independence, resilience, and a more nuanced world view. My son has been academically challenged with relevant curriculum, balanced use of technology, and consistent self-reflection about his progress. In addition, he has benefited greatly from the diverse student population, the variety of teaching styles, and the opportunities to negotiate the ups and downs of adolescence with the guidance of peers and staff. We feel so fortunate that we have this as our neighborhood school and love that it keeps us civically connected to our community.
parent
My family has had an excellent experience at Roosevelt Middle. While it is not our neighborhood school, we choiced in because we strongly believe in the International Baccalaureate program, their approach to learning, and their focus on global mindedness. Our 3 children have been challenged by excellent teachers, have developed a strong sense of justice and community, and have learned to advocate and speak out. In addition, they have made strong and deep friendships with wonderful kids from great families. We are disappointed to hear parents speaking about the school in derogatory terms. The school's diverse population is what makes it an enriching experience and it's approach to learning is helping to develop kids who are reflective and caring about the world around them. Lastly, the new principal is IB trained, is an excellent listener and a collaborative style leader. I give Roosevelt Middle an A+
parent
As mentioned in the other comments, my son and I do not have a very good experience with this school. My frustrations is only increased now that my child is trying to learn from home without any true resources and without the foundations that he should have. I love the idea of the IB curriculum and feel that if it were implemented correctly that it would put a lot if not all of the students at an advantage over their peers at other schools. Unfortunately, a lot of it is not implemented well at all and students that struggle with staying focused and organized are considered bad kids. My son has also come home upset due to two of his teachers constantly yelling at him and the rest of the class which upsets him greatly. He went on a field trip and was excited during the trip (mind you he has adhd so sometimes struggles with holding himself together but not in any type of destructive way) - his math teacher yelled at him and told him that he was a bad kid and that she would never go on a field trip with him again - and she wonders why even though he struggles in her class he doesn't want to go to tutoring with her. He has gone to tutoring with the other available teacher on a different day and he says its like night and day, but that teacher teaches a different grade and he is only in sixth grade. I truly regret sending him here and wish that I had known how bad this school would be back when there was an opportunity for him to sign up for the choice program for him to go to a different school.
parent
I think it's a real shame that more local families don't send their kids to this school. I've been there for the past 4 years and have had a great experience. I will have absolutely no qualms about sending my 3rd child there in a few years. I'm very excited by the new principal's enthusiasm! I've had two children at this school who are very different personality- and school skills-wise. They have both thrived under the guidance of passionate and incredibly talented teachers. My oldest child has a 504 plan which was carefully and thoughtfully evaluated each year by teachers and staff which really set her up for success! We have been very happy with our Roosevelt experience!
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