Serving 396 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walt Disney Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walt Disney Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Walt Disney Elementary School's student population of 396 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walt Disney Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walt Disney Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#189 out of 902 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
3%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Black
6%
7%
White
45%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walt Disney Elementary School's ranking?
Walt Disney Elementary School is ranked #189 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Walt Disney Elementary School often compared to?
Walt Disney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willa Cather Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Walt Disney Elementary School?
396 students attend Walt Disney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Walt Disney Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walt Disney Elementary School?
Walt Disney Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
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 Millard School District.
In what neighborhood is Walt Disney Elementary School located?
Walt Disney Elementary School is located in the Millard neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 12 other public schools located in Millard.
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