Franklin D. Roosevelt High School is a public secondary school in the Oak Cliff area of Dallas, Texas, serving grades 9 - 12. The school opened in 1963 and is part of the Dallas Independent School District. The school serves several South Dallas communities, including Cadillac Heights and some Oak Cliff neighborhoods.
Serving 677 students in grades 9-12, Franklin D Roosevelt H S Of Innovation ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 677 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin D Roosevelt H S Of Innovation ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Franklin D Roosevelt H S Of Innovation's student population of 677 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
677 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1963
Colors
White, Red, Navy Blue, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Franklin D Roosevelt H S Of Innovation ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin D Roosevelt H S Of Innovation is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8154 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
58%
53%
Black
39%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustang
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin D Roosevelt H S Of Innovation's ranking?
Franklin D Roosevelt H S Of Innovation is ranked #8154 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin D Roosevelt H S Of Innovation?
The graduation rate of Franklin D Roosevelt H S Of Innovation is 65-69%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Franklin D Roosevelt H S Of Innovation?
677 students attend Franklin D Roosevelt H S Of Innovation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Franklin D Roosevelt H S Of Innovation students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin D Roosevelt H S Of Innovation?
Franklin D Roosevelt H S Of Innovation has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Franklin D Roosevelt H S Of Innovation offer ?
Franklin D Roosevelt H S Of Innovation offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Franklin D Roosevelt H S Of Innovation part of?
Franklin D Roosevelt H S Of Innovation is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin D Roosevelt H S Of Innovation located?
Franklin D Roosevelt H S Of Innovation is located in the Cedar Crest neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Cedar Crest.
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