Serving 548 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Yates Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Yates Elementary School serves the eastern part of Brandon, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 4 square miles. Families typically drive 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yates Elementary School's student population of 548 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
548 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Yates Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yates Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3065 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
51%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
21%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
21%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yates Elementary School's ranking?
Yates Elementary School is ranked #3065 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Yates Elementary School?
548 students attend Yates Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Yates Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yates Elementary School?
Yates Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Yates Elementary School offer ?
Yates Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yates Elementary School part of?
Yates Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Yates its not a good school .some teachers are verry min to kids.i will no recommend
5 10/10/2025
I love this school! Thought my son would be going to Seffner Elem. but the zoning had changed and I was a little bummed. But what a great surprise Yates has turned out to be. My son is thriving there and all of his teachers have been AMAZING! So glad this is where he landed... as an Eaglet.
Review Yates Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.
