Serving 1,384 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Disney Elementary Magnet School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Disney Elementary Magnet School's student population of 1,384 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,384 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1970
School Rankings
Disney Elementary Magnet School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Disney Elementary Magnet School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#947 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
54%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Disney Elementary Magnet School's ranking?
Disney Elementary Magnet School is ranked #947 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Disney Elementary Magnet School?
1,384 students attend Disney Elementary Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Disney Elementary Magnet School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Disney Elementary Magnet School?
Disney Elementary Magnet School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Disney Elementary Magnet School offer ?
Disney Elementary Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Disney Elementary Magnet School part of?
Disney Elementary Magnet School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Disney Elementary Magnet School located?
Disney Elementary Magnet School is located in the Uptown neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in Uptown.
School Calendar
View the Disney Elementary Magnet School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break (School is closed)
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break (School is closed)
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School. 4th Quarter Ends.
June 11, 2027 (Friday)
First Day of School
August 23, 2027 (Monday)
Fall Break (School is closed)
November 22, 2027 (Monday)
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