Serving 319 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walt Disney Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walt Disney Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Walt Disney Elementary School's student population of 319 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walt Disney Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walt Disney Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#139 out of 2084 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
94%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walt Disney Elementary School's ranking?
Walt Disney Elementary School is ranked #139 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Walt Disney Elementary School?
319 students attend Walt Disney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Walt Disney Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walt Disney Elementary School?
Walt Disney Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Walt Disney Elementary School offer ?
Walt Disney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Walt Disney Elementary School part of?
Walt Disney Elementary School is part of Marceline R-V School District.
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