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Cody Elementary School

Elementary School · NORTH PLATTE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

2000 W 2ND ST, North Platte, NE 69101

Enrollment

244

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nebraska schools

#694 of 967

In North Platte

#7 of 11

public schools

In district

#7 of 11

NORTH PLATTE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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Cody Elementary School

5.1/10

Elementary School in North Platte · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.2/10

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About Cody Elementary School

Cody Elementary School is a public elementary school in North Platte, NE, part of NORTH PLATTE PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Cody Elementary School serves approximately 244 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Cody Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #694 of 967 schools in NE.

Structured state assessment records for Cody Elementary School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • NE avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,735
Chronic Absenteeism21.7%

Cody Elementary School — Students at Cody Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 66.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from NE state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
37%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Cody Elementary School Compares

See how Cody Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
28th percentile in NE
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2000 W 2ND ST, North Platte, NE 69101

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cody Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUTHERLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 17.7 miles away, in nearby Sutherland), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKE MALONEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 6.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MCDONALD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Platte, see our North Platte schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.7 mi
School Distance Rating
NORTH PLATTE HIGH SCHOOL North Platte 0.5 mi 4.2
MCDONALD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Platte 0.7 mi 7.5
ADAMS MIDDLE SCHOOL North Platte 1.0 mi 5.1
BUFFALO EARLY LEARNING CENTER North Platte 1.1 mi 3.6
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Platte 0.9 mi 6.1
MADISON MIDDLE SCHOOL North Platte 1.1 mi 7.2
EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Platte 1.1 mi 7.4
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Platte 1.3 mi 4.7
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Platte 1.6 mi 3.9
ST PATRICK JR SR HIGH SCHOOL North Platte 1.7 mi 7.3
ST PATRICK HIGH SCHOOL North Platte 1.7 mi 7.6
MC DAID ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Platte 1.8 mi 6.7
OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL North Platte 2.1 mi 6.4
OSGOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Platte 3.3 mi
LAKE MALONEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Platte 6.5 mi 7.9
HERSHEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hershey 11.2 mi 7.4
HERSHEY HIGH SCHOOL Hershey 11.2 mi 8.0
MAXWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Maxwell 14.5 mi 4.4
MAXWELL HIGH SCHOOL Maxwell 14.5 mi 5.9
SUTHERLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sutherland 17.7 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 69101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,833

Median Home Value

$183,100

Median Rent

$878/mo

Population

27,572

College Educated

19.6%

Homeownership

61.6%

Avg Commute

13.7 min

Poverty Rate

14.2%

Median Age

42.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cody Elementary School

What grades does Cody Elementary School serve?

Cody Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Cody Elementary School?

Cody Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 244 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cody Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cody Elementary School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cody Elementary School rank in NE?

Cody Elementary School ranks #694 of 967 schools in NE.

What is Cody Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cody Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Cody Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cody Elementary School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Cody Elementary School a charter school?

No, Cody Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cody Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Cody Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
65 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Lincoln County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

District

NORTH PLATTE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
3,756
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,735
District Rank
#7 of 11

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