Serving 497 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walt Disney School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walt Disney School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Walt Disney School's student population of 497 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
497 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Walt Disney School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walt Disney School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3331 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
16%
30%
Black
15%
16%
White
50%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walt Disney School's ranking?
Walt Disney School is ranked #3331 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Walt Disney School often compared to?
Walt Disney Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Neil Armstrong School, Greece Community Early Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Walt Disney School?
497 students attend Walt Disney School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Walt Disney School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walt Disney School?
Walt Disney School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Walt Disney School offer ?
Walt Disney School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walt Disney School part of?
Walt Disney School is part of Gates Chili Central School District.
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