Walt Disney Elementary School

4015 N Filbert Rd
Mishawaka, IN 46545
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6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 521 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walt Disney Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 521 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • : Top 50% in IN
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

School Overview

Walt Disney Elementary School's student population of 521 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
521 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
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School Motto
Be Respectful. Be a Peacemaker. Be Prepared. Be Safe. Be Your Best.

School Rankings

Walt Disney Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walt Disney Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IN)
#826 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
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45%
39%
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40%
41%
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25-29%
34%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
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Hispanic
13%
15%
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Black
30%
13%
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White
38%
63%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.74
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
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School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Walt Disney Elementary School's ranking?
Walt Disney Elementary School is ranked #826 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Walt Disney Elementary School?
521 students attend Walt Disney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Walt Disney Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walt Disney Elementary School?
Walt Disney Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Walt Disney Elementary School offer ?
Walt Disney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walt Disney Elementary School part of?
Walt Disney Elementary School is part of Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 521 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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