DISNEY ELEM MAGNET SCHOOL

Disney Elem Magnet School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 school district, located in Chicago, IL with about 1,572 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 75 teachers, Disney Elem Magnet School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Walt Disney Elementary Magnet School, located in the Buena Park neighborhood of Chicago, is a highly regarded public school serving students from preschool through eighth grade. As a magnet school, it draws students from across the city, emphasizing a curriculum that integrates rigorous academics with a strong focus on the arts and humanities. The school is well-known for its inclusive environment and its commitment to fostering creativity, critical thinking, and social-emotional development in its diverse student body.

Beyond its academic offerings, Disney Magnet is recognized for its unique location along Lake Michigan and its robust community engagement. The school leverages its urban setting to provide students with diverse learning opportunities, often incorporating the surrounding cultural and natural resources into its programming. With a reputation for strong parent involvement and a dedicated teaching staff, the school consistently maintains a high standing within the Chicago Public Schools system, making it a sought-after choice for families seeking a comprehensive and balanced educational experience.

For more information, contact Disney Elem Magnet School at (773) 534-5840 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

4140 N Marine Dr
Chicago, IL 60613-2311
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DISNEY ELEM MAGNET SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Chicago, IL with about 1,572 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
Total Students:
1,572
Teachers:
75.16
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,572 students

Black or African American
42.9%
Hispanic/Latino
22.2%
White
19.5%
Asian
10.5%
Two or more races
4.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
48.4%
Male
51.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.