Walt Disney Elementary School

420 E California
Marceline, MO 64658
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 309 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). 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 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 309 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : Top 10% in MO
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 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
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Walt Disney Elementary School's student population of 309 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
309 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers

School Rankings

Walt Disney Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,076 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 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MO)
#161 out of 2076 schools
(Top 10%)
65-69%
40%
55-59%
43%
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
94%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.12
(22-23)
2.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Tigers

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Walt Disney Elementary School's ranking?
Walt Disney Elementary School is ranked #161 out of 2,076 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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?
309 students attend Walt Disney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Walt Disney Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walt Disney Elementary School?
Walt Disney Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Walt Disney Elementary School offer ?
Walt Disney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 309 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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