Very Good
#159 of 1,284 schools in KY
Top 12% in state
A M Yealey Elementary School
Elementary School · Boone County
10 Yealey Dr, Florence, KY 41042
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Florence
#4 of 9
public schools
Kentucky elementary schools
#113 of 708
In district
#14 of 27
Boone County
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Exceptional
About A M Yealey Elementary School
A M Yealey Elementary School serves 576 students in grades PK through 5 in Florence, Kentucky, earning a solid 7.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout. The school ranks impressively at #184 out of 1,288 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 86th percentile among Kentucky schools. With 39 full-time equivalent teachers, A M Yealey maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 14.8 to 1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom.
Academically, the school shows steady performance with 48% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading, while 43% demonstrate proficiency in Mathematics across all grade levels. The school draws families from Boone County's 41042 ZIP code area, where the median household income reaches $74,074 and the median home value sits at $192,400. This established community of 55,347 residents maintains a low poverty rate of 8.0%, with 28% of adults holding bachelor's degrees or higher, creating a stable educational environment.
A M Yealey Elementary School operates as a regular public school in Florence's large suburban setting, serving families who value consistent academic performance and community stability in one of northern Kentucky's well-established residential areas.
Score Breakdown
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A M Yealey Elementary School — Students at A M Yealey Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores KY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from KY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How A M Yealey Elementary School Compares
See how A M Yealey Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 43% (2019) to 43% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 52% (2019) to 50% (2022).
Location
10 Yealey Dr, Florence, KY 41042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A M Yealey Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stephens Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Burlington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Florence Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Longbranch Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Union), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Florence, see our Florence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ockerman Middle School Florence | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Ockerman Elementary School Florence | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL - FLORENCE Florence | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Erpenbeck Elementary School Florence | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY Florence | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Florence Elementary School Florence | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| RISE Academy Florence | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Boone County High School Florence | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| UNION POINTE ACADEMY Florence | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| ST PAUL SCHOOL Florence | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Rector A. Jones Middle School Florence | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Hillard Collins Elementary School Florence | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Longbranch Elementary School Union | 2.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Camp Ernst Middle School Burlington | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Ballyshannon Middle School Union | 3.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Randall K. Cooper High School Union | 3.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Miles Elementary School Erlanger | 3.1 mi | 4.7 |
| ZION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Florence | 3.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Larry A. Ryle High School Union | 3.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Stephens Elementary School Burlington | 3.5 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 41042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,582
Median Home Value
$210,500
Median Rent
$1,240/mo
Population
55,880
College Educated
28.3%
Homeownership
67.5%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
39.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding A M Yealey Elementary School has a median household income of $75,582. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $210,500, with a median rent of $1,240/month. The local poverty rate of 8.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clays Mill Elementary School Lexington, KY | 7.8 |
| Elkhorn Elementary School Frankfort, KY | 7.8 |
| Glenn O Swing Elementary Covington, KY | 7.8 |
| Hodgenville Elementary School Hodgenville, KY | 7.8 |
| Jamestown Elementary School Jamestown, KY | 7.8 |
| Parker-Bennett-Curry School Bowling Green, KY | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A M Yealey Elementary School
What grades does A M Yealey Elementary School serve?
A M Yealey Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend A M Yealey Elementary School?
A M Yealey Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 576 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A M Yealey Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at A M Yealey Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A M Yealey Elementary School rank in KY?
A M Yealey Elementary School is ranked #159 out of 1,284 schools in KY.
What is A M Yealey Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
A M Yealey Elementary School has a composite rating of 7.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A M Yealey Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, A M Yealey Elementary School has 43.3% math proficiency and 47.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is A M Yealey Elementary School a charter school?
No, A M Yealey Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A M Yealey Elementary School a Title I school?
No, A M Yealey Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A M Yealey Elementary School?
42.9% of students at A M Yealey Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 39 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 28 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 28 Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (3,451/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 576
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Boone County
- Phone
- (859) 282-3333
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Boone County- District Enrollment
- 20,356
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,925
- District Rank
- #14 of 27
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