Serving 372 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). 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 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Walt Disney Elementary School serves the eastern part of Omaha, NE, with an attendance zone covering approximately 1.8 square miles. Families typically drive about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, and the furthest edge of the zone is 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walt Disney Elementary School's student population of 372 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
372 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Walt Disney Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walt Disney Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#261 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
21%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
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)17.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dolphins
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 #261 out of 901 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% 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?
372 students attend Walt Disney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Walt Disney Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% 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 Nebraska 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 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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