Needs Improvement
#8333 of 8,552 schools in TX
Cody EL
Elementary School · NORTHSIDE ISD
10403 DUGAS DR, San Antonio, TX 78245
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,333 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#470 of 516
public schools
In district
#114 of 122
NORTHSIDE ISD
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About Cody EL
Cody EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Cody EL serves approximately 544 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Cody EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #8,333 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Cody EL show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Cody EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cody EL — Students at Cody EL score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 1.6/10.
How Cody EL Compares
See how Cody EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
10403 DUGAS DR, San Antonio, TX 78245
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cody EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BIG COUNTRY EL (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FISHER EL (rated 5.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FORESTER EL (rated 5.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STEVENS H S San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| FORESTER EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| LEWIS EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| MURNIN EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| UNITED KIDZ ACADEMY SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 1.1 mi | — |
| IDEA BURKE COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| IDEA BURKE ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| PEASE MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| ALTERNATIVE H S San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| BIG COUNTRY EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| HATCHETT EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| FRANCIS R SCOBEE MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| ADAMS HILL EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 3.3 |
| VALE MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| TRAIN-UP A CHILD LEARNING CENTER / NURSERY San Antonio | 1.9 mi | — |
| MICHAEL EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 3.5 |
| FISHER EL San Antonio | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| GALM EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| EVERS EL San Antonio | 2.3 mi | 3.4 |
| JORDAN MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78245 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,890
Median Home Value
$241,500
Median Rent
$1,563/mo
Population
91,388
College Educated
25.7%
Homeownership
72.4%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
32
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| CALDWOOD EL Beaumont, TX | 2.9 |
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| FRANK MADLA EL San Antonio, TX | 2.9 |
| GONZALES EL Odessa, TX | 2.9 |
| HALEY J EL Irving, TX | 2.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cody EL
What grades does Cody EL serve?
Cody EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cody EL?
Cody EL has an enrollment of approximately 544 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cody EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Cody EL is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cody EL rank in TX?
Cody EL ranks #8,333 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Cody EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Cody EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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 EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cody EL has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cody EL a charter school?
No, Cody EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cody EL a Title I school?
No, Cody EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cody EL?
79.4% of students at Cody EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 544
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (210) 397-1650
Resources & Links
District
NORTHSIDE ISD- District Enrollment
- 101,095
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,632
- District Rank
- #114 of 122
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