Serving 444 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Cody Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cody Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cody Elementary School's student population of 444 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Cody Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cody Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#45 out of 1233 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
64%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
70%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%

Hispanic
6%
13%

Black
2%
7%

White
84%
71%

Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cody Elementary School's ranking?
Cody Elementary School is ranked #45 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Cody Elementary School often compared to?
Cody Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopewell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Cody Elementary School?
444 students attend Cody Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Cody Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cody Elementary School?
Cody Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cody Elementary School offer ?
Cody Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cody Elementary School part of?
Cody Elementary School is part of Pleasant Valley Comm School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break - No School
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
June 09, 2025 (Monday)
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