About Us

Image of the front entrance of Roosevelt High School in Portland, Oregon

Roosevelt High School, nestled in the heart of St. Johns, has a rich heritage born of working families and Western roots.

It was built in 1910, was named James John High School, in honor of the founder of the settlement, and cost $40,000 to build. It opened in 1911 and the first graduating class had only four students. James John High School closed in 1921, and its replacement, Roosevelt High School, opened the following year.

Today, Roosevelt is a comprehensive community high school, rich in diversity, boasting students from 29 countries all over the globe. We have a diverse and talented teaching staff and an administration committed to the success of every student.

Roosevelt Administration Team

Principal: KD Parman

Vice Principal: Liz Mahlum

Vice Principal: Adriana Zuniga

Vice Principal: Nadia Coronado

Athletic Director: Willie Williams

To learn more about the amazing history of our school, you can visit the Roosevelt Alumni Association page.