Serving 534 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, A M Yealey Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher 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 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
A M Yealey Elementary School's student population of 534 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
534 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
A M Yealey Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A M Yealey Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#449 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
9%
10%
Black
12%
11%
White
68%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A M Yealey Elementary School's ranking?
A M Yealey Elementary School is ranked #449 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend A M Yealey Elementary School?
534 students attend A M Yealey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of A M Yealey Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of A M Yealey Elementary School?
A M Yealey Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does A M Yealey Elementary School offer ?
A M Yealey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is A M Yealey Elementary School part of?
A M Yealey Elementary School is part of Boone County School District.
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