Serving 448 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dr John Codington Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr John Codington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dr John Codington Elementary School's student population of 448 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Dr John Codington Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr John Codington Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#297 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
5%
25%
White
80%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr John Codington Elementary School's ranking?
Dr John Codington Elementary School is ranked #297 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Dr John Codington Elementary School often compared to?
Dr John Codington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Dr John Codington Elementary School?
448 students attend Dr John Codington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Dr John Codington Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr John Codington Elementary School?
Dr John Codington Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dr John Codington Elementary School offer ?
Dr John Codington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr John Codington Elementary School part of?
Dr John Codington Elementary School is part of New Hanover County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr John Codington Elementary School located?
Dr John Codington Elementary School is located in the Fairfield Park neighborhood of Wilmington, NC.
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