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Walt Disney Elem.

Elementary School · SPRINGFIELD R-XII

4100 S FREMONT, Springfield, MO 65804

Enrollment

537

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,313 of 2,221

In Springfield

#41 of 58

public schools

In district

#40 of 53

SPRINGFIELD R-XII

Academic performance

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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6.0/10

Elementary School in Springfield · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Walt Disney Elem.

Walt Disney Elem. is a public elementary school in Springfield, MO, part of SPRINGFIELD R-XII. Walt Disney Elem. serves approximately 537 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Walt Disney Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,313 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Walt Disney Elem. show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53.4% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62.8% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+5.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.5 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+6.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,461

Walt Disney Elem. — Students at Walt Disney Elem. score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 64.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
68%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
73%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
78%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
56%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
56%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
59%
ELA
63%
2024
Math
57.1%
ELA
61.8%
2025
Math
53.4%
ELA
62.8%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Walt Disney Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
41th percentile in MO
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4100 S FREMONT, Springfield, MO 65804

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Walt Disney Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PERSHING ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SEQUIOTA ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUNSHINE ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Springfield 0.7 mi 5.1
KICKAPOO HIGH Springfield 1.2 mi 7.0
DEVELOPMENTAL LEARNING CENTER Springfield 1.5 mi
THE SUMMIT PREPARATORY SCHOOL Springfield 1.5 mi 7.7
COWDEN ELEM. Springfield 1.8 mi 6.8
FIELD ELEM. Springfield 1.8 mi 6.9
CHEROKEE MIDDLE Springfield 1.9 mi 7.4
HORACE MANN ELEM. Springfield 2.0 mi 4.7
HOLLAND ELEM. Springfield 2.4 mi 5.5
SPRINGFIELD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Springfield 2.3 mi 7.0
KINGSWOOD PROGRAMS Springfield 2.4 mi
SEQUIOTA ELEM. Springfield 2.4 mi 7.8
PERSHING ELEM. Springfield 2.9 mi 9.1
PERSHING MIDDLE Springfield 2.9 mi 6.9
DISCOVERY GARDEN MONTESSORI Springfield 3.2 mi
SUNSHINE ELEM. Springfield 3.2 mi 7.7
DELAWARE ELEM. Springfield 3.3 mi 6.3
MARK TWAIN ELEM. Springfield 2.9 mi 7.3
WILDER ELEM. Springfield 2.9 mi 7.1
GLENDALE HIGH Springfield 2.9 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,288

Median Home Value

$227,000

Median Rent

$898/mo

Population

40,271

College Educated

41.8%

Homeownership

53.4%

Avg Commute

17.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.2%

Median Age

39.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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ATHENA ELEM. Desoto, MO 6.0
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GRANDVIEW ELEM. Higginsville, MO 6.0
HAWTHORN ELEMENTARY Camdenton, MO 6.0
JOHN T. HARTMAN ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO 6.0
KELLISON ELEM. Fenton, MO 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Walt Disney Elem.

What grades does Walt Disney Elem. serve?

Walt Disney Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Walt Disney Elem.?

Walt Disney Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 537 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Walt Disney Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Walt Disney Elem. is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Walt Disney Elem. rank in MO?

Walt Disney Elem. ranks #1,313 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Walt Disney Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Walt Disney Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Walt Disney Elem. has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Walt Disney Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Walt Disney Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

29.2% of students at Walt Disney Elem. 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
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Greene County

District

SPRINGFIELD R-XII
District Enrollment
24,267
Schools in District
57
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,461
District Rank
#40 of 53

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