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Walt Disney School
Elementary School · GATES CHILI CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
175 COLDWATER RD, Rochester, NY 14624
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,494 of 4,742
In Rochester
#89 of 108
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
GATES CHILI CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Walt Disney School
Walt Disney School is a public elementary school in Rochester, NY, part of GATES CHILI CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Walt Disney School serves approximately 497 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Walt Disney School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,494 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Walt Disney School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Walt Disney School — Students at Walt Disney School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.6/10.
How Walt Disney School Compares
See how Walt Disney School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
175 COLDWATER RD, Rochester, NY 14624
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walt Disney School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CANAL VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Spencerport), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHESTNUT RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLMES ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FLORENCE BRASSER SCHOOL Rochester | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| NEIL ARMSTRONG SCHOOL Rochester | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| GATES CHILI MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| GATES CHILI HIGH SCHOOL Rochester | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| PAUL ROAD SCHOOL Rochester | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| WILLIAM C MUNN SCHOOL Spencerport | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| ARCHANGEL SCHOOL Rochester | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| HOPE HALL SCHOOL Rochester | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
| NORTHSTAR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rochester | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| CHESTNUT RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester | 3.8 mi | 5.7 |
| SPENCERPORT HIGH SCHOOL Spencerport | 3.9 mi | 8.3 |
| A M COSGROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Spencerport | 4.0 mi | 5.1 |
| CANAL VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spencerport | 4.0 mi | 6.2 |
| CRAIG HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester | 4.7 mi | 3.7 |
| LEO BERNABI SCHOOL Spencerport | 4.1 mi | 4.0 |
| MONROE 2-ORLEANS BOCES Spencerport | 4.6 mi | 5.7 |
| EDISON CAREER AND TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL Rochester | 4.3 mi | 5.9 |
| HOLMES ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester | 5.0 mi | 5.4 |
| TERRY TAYLOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spencerport | 5.2 mi | 5.1 |
| TRUE NORTH ROCHESTER PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester | 4.3 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14624 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,046
Median Home Value
$172,200
Median Rent
$1,249/mo
Population
38,834
College Educated
33.5%
Homeownership
80.1%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
40.3
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 3.5 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 4 Bronx, NY | 3.5 |
| DAVID PATERSON SCHOOL Hempstead, NY | 3.5 |
| HEMPSTEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spring Valley, NY | 3.5 |
| JOSEPH MCNEIL SCHOOL Hempstead, NY | 3.5 |
| KING STREET SCHOOL Port Chester, NY | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walt Disney School
What grades does Walt Disney School serve?
Walt Disney School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Walt Disney School?
Walt Disney School has an enrollment of approximately 497 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walt Disney School?
The student-teacher ratio at Walt Disney School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walt Disney School rank in NY?
Walt Disney School ranks #4,494 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Walt Disney School's MySchoolScout rating?
Walt Disney School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Walt Disney School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Walt Disney School a charter school?
No, Walt Disney School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walt Disney School a Title I school?
No, Walt Disney School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walt Disney School?
39.0% of students at Walt Disney 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 497
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monroe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.7%
- Phone
- (585) 247-3151
Resources & Links
District
GATES CHILI CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,775
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,397
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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