Serving 438 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Yates Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Yates Elementary School serves the eastern part of Lexington, KY, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 4.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yates Elementary School's student population of 438 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
438 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1954
Campus Size
12 acres
School Rankings
Yates Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yates Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#896 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
35%
10%
Black
30%
11%
White
26%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yates Elementary School's ranking?
Yates Elementary School is ranked #896 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Yates Elementary School often compared to?
Yates Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Yates Elementary School?
438 students attend Yates Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Yates Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 26% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yates Elementary School?
Yates Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Yates Elementary School offer ?
Yates Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Yates Elementary School part of?
Yates Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Yates Elementary School located?
Yates Elementary School is located in the Eastland Parkway neighborhood of Lexington, KY. There are 2 other public schools located in Eastland Parkway.
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