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#4456 of 9,443 schools in CA

Top 47% in state

Walt Disney

Elementary School · Magnolia Elementary

2323 West Orange Ave., Anaheim, CA 92804

552
Students
23:1
Student-Teacher
Kindergarten – 6th
Grades Served
Top 47%
in CA

About Walt Disney

Walt Disney Elementary School serves 552 students in kindergarten through sixth grade in Anaheim, California. With 24 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 23:1, creating classroom environments where educators can provide meaningful attention to their students. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranking in the 78th percentile statewide at #2080 out of 9566 California elementary schools.

Students show strong literacy skills, with 57% achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and reading. In mathematics, 51% of students perform at proficient levels or higher, indicating steady progress in foundational math concepts. Located on West Orange Avenue, Walt Disney Elementary sits in Orange County's diverse 92804 ZIP code area, where the median household income reaches $75,847 and median home values average $661,400.

The surrounding community of 84,700 residents includes families from various educational backgrounds, with 23% holding bachelor's degrees or higher. While the neighborhood faces some economic challenges with a 15.2% poverty rate, the school serves as an important educational anchor in this vibrant large city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Fair36%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-1.67 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent36%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51.5%
Reading/ELA Proficiency57%
Math vs. State Avg+5.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.2 pts
Overall Proficiency54%
Expected (poverty-adj.)35%
vs. Expected+19.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment4.5Below Average29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio23:1

Walt Disney — Students at Walt Disney score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 52.3%
School
State
38.4%
ELA Proficiency 58.7%
School
State
45.4%

Based on 12 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

📉 Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
57%
ELA
68%
2024
Math
51.4%
ELA
56.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.5/10.

How Walt Disney Compares

See how Walt Disney performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
53th percentile in CA
Academic
8.5/10
8.5/10
Growth
3.5/10
Below average
Equity
5.5/10
Above average
Environment
4.5/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
23:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers

Location

2323 West Orange Ave., Anaheim, CA 92804

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Juliette Low School of the Arts Anaheim 0.5 mi 6.5
Savanna High Anaheim 0.7 mi 4.4
Barton (Clara) Elementary Anaheim 0.7 mi 4.2
Anaheim Magnolia Christian School Anaheim 0.7 mi 5.5
Mattie Lou Maxwell Anaheim 0.7 mi 5.3
Magnolia High Anaheim 0.8 mi 7.7
St. Justin Martyr Anaheim 0.8 mi 5.5
Anaheim Elementary Online Academy Anaheim 0.9 mi 7.8
Dr. Jonas E. Salk Anaheim 1.0 mi 6.8
Brookhurst Junior High Anaheim 1.0 mi 3.7
Montessori House of Children Anaheim 1.0 mi 5.5
Gauer (Melbourne A.) Elementary Anaheim 1.2 mi 3.8
Gilbert High (Continuation) Anaheim 1.1 mi 5.7
Polaris High Anaheim 1.1 mi 4.1
Dale Junior High Anaheim 1.2 mi 6.1
Dr. Peter Marshall Anaheim 1.3 mi 6.0
Cambridge Virtual Academy Anaheim 1.2 mi 8.9
Madison (James) Elementary Anaheim 1.4 mi 6.7
Esther L. Walter Anaheim 1.5 mi 4.9
Dr. Albert Schweitzer Leadership Academy Anaheim 1.3 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2018-2022)

Census data for ZIP 92804 (ACS 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,847

Median Home Value

$661,400

Median Rent

$1,888/mo

Population

84,700

College Educated

22.9%

Homeownership

42.2%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

15.2%

Median Age

36.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Walt Disney

What grades does Walt Disney serve?

Walt Disney serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Walt Disney?

Walt Disney has an enrollment of approximately 552 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Walt Disney?

The student-teacher ratio at Walt Disney is 23:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Walt Disney rank in CA?

Walt Disney is ranked #4456 out of 9,443 schools in CA.

What is Walt Disney's MySchoolScout rating?

Walt Disney has a composite rating of 5.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.

What are the test scores at Walt Disney?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Walt Disney has 52.3% math proficiency and 58.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Walt Disney a charter school?

No, Walt Disney is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Walt Disney a Title I school?

No, Walt Disney is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walt Disney?

69.9% of students at Walt Disney qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
552
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Orange County
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

Our ratings combine academic performance, growth, equity, and school environment into a single 1-10 score using publicly available data.

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Data Sources: School Info: NCES CCD (SY 2022-23) Test Scores: CA CAASPP (2023-24) Neighborhood: Census ACS (2018-2022) Ratings: MySchoolScout (2024) Full data source details