Serving 538 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Yates Mill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yates Mill Elementary School's student population of 538 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
538 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Yates Mill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yates Mill Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1139 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)56%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
44%
22%
Black
14%
24%
White
34%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yates Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Yates Mill Elementary School is ranked #1139 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Yates Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Yates Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Swift Creek Elementary School, Oak Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Yates Mill Elementary School?
538 students attend Yates Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Yates Mill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yates Mill Elementary School?
Yates Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Yates Mill Elementary School offer ?
Yates Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yates Mill Elementary School part of?
Yates Mill Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
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