Serving 470 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 15:1 is equal to 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 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Dr. John Codington Elementary serves the southern part of Wilmington, NC, covering an area of approximately 81.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 14.4 miles away.
- 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 470 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Cougars
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 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#297 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)75%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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, Edwin A Anderson 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?
470 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, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr John Codington Elementary School?
Dr John Codington Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to 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.
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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