Serving 521 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walt Disney Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walt Disney Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Walt Disney Elementary School's student population of 521 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
521 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walt Disney Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walt Disney Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#871 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
30%
13%
White
38%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walt Disney Elementary School's ranking?
Walt Disney Elementary School is ranked #871 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Walt Disney Elementary School?
521 students attend Walt Disney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Walt Disney Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walt Disney Elementary School?
Walt Disney Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Walt Disney Elementary School offer ?
Walt Disney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Walt Disney Elementary School part of?
Walt Disney Elementary School is part of Penn-Harris-Madison School Corp School District.
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