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#2605 of 3,192 schools in MI

Walt Disney Elementary School

Elementary School · Fraser Public Schools

36155 KELLY RD, Clinton Township, MI 48035

Enrollment

368

Student-Teacher

19.4:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,605 of 3,192

In Clinton Township

#9 of 13

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

Fraser Public Schools

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Walt Disney Elementary School

4.8/10

Elementary School in Clinton Township · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Salk Elementary School

5.8/10

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4.3/10

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About Walt Disney Elementary School

Walt Disney Elementary School is a public elementary school in Clinton Township, MI, part of Fraser Public Schools. Walt Disney Elementary School serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Walt Disney Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,605 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Walt Disney Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Walt Disney Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.8 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+0.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.6 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,938
Chronic Absenteeism32.6%

Walt Disney Elementary School — Students at Walt Disney Elementary School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 51.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
34.7% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 54.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
41.8% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 36 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
95%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
41.6%
ELA
35.2%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.9/10.

How Walt Disney Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.8/10
18th percentile in MI
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.6%

Location

36155 KELLY RD, Clinton Township, MI 48035

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Walt Disney Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rainbow Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Salk Elementary School (rated 5.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST THECLA SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Clinton Township, see our Clinton Township schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Salk Elementary School Clinton Township 0.6 mi 5.8
Ottawa Elementary School Clinton Twp 0.8 mi 4.3
Algonquin Middle School Clinton Twp 0.9 mi 4.4
Fraser High School Fraser 1.1 mi 7.5
Richards Middle School Fraser 1.3 mi 6.5
iCampus Virtual Learning School Clinton Twp 1.3 mi 5.5
Clintondale Middle School Clinton Township 1.2 mi 3.8
Thomas A Edison Elem School Fraser 1.6 mi 4.7
ST THECLA SCHOOL Clinton Township 1.3 mi 5.5
Rainbow Elementary School Clinton Township 1.5 mi 6.1
Clintondale High School Clinton Township 1.3 mi 6.4
Macomb Academy Clinton Township 1.8 mi 5.4
Charles C McGlinnen School Clinton Township 1.6 mi 2.8
Wyandot Middle School Clinton Twp 2.0 mi 5.5
ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fraser 1.9 mi 4.6
Lucile S Patton Elem School Roseville 2.2 mi 3.1
Huron Academy Grades 38 Clinton Township 1.7 mi 7.2
Arts Academy in the Woods Fraser 2.3 mi 7.4
Eisenhower Elementary School Fraser 2.5 mi 4.2
Ralph Waldo Emerson Elem School Fraser 2.3 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,245

Median Home Value

$181,300

Median Rent

$1,111/mo

Population

33,619

College Educated

19.7%

Homeownership

63.2%

Avg Commute

27.7 min

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Walt Disney Elementary School

What grades does Walt Disney Elementary School serve?

Walt Disney Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Walt Disney Elementary School?

Walt Disney Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Walt Disney Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Walt Disney Elementary School is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Walt Disney Elementary School rank in MI?

Walt Disney Elementary School ranks #2,605 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Walt Disney Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Walt Disney Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Walt Disney Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Walt Disney Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Walt Disney Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Walt Disney Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

51.4% of students at Walt Disney Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Macomb County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.6%

District

Fraser Public Schools
District Enrollment
4,535
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,938
District Rank
#6 of 8

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