Frederick Douglass High School vs Yates Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kentucky, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Frederick Douglass High School
Lexington · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,770 students
Yates Elementary School
Lexington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
438 students
| Measure | Frederick Douglass High School Lexington, Kentucky | Yates Elementary School Lexington, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #110 of 214 | #620 of 707 |
| National rank | #11002 of 16,910 | #36542 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,770 | 438 |
| Enrollment | 1,770 | 438 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.2% | 72.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| city | Lexington | Lexington |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Frederick Douglass High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.8 vs 33.1).
- •Frederick Douglass High School does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 32%).
- •Frederick Douglass High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.2% vs 72.6%).
- •Yates Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 18.1).
- •Frederick Douglass High School is the larger school with 1,770 students compared with 438.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Frederick Douglass High School better than Yates Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Frederick Douglass High School ranks higher (39.8 vs 33.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Frederick Douglass High School and Yates Elementary School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Lexington and Lexington in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frederick Douglass High School: 1,770. Yates Elementary School: 438. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frederick Douglass High School and Yates Elementary School rank in Kentucky?
Frederick Douglass High School is 110th of 214 and Yates Elementary School is 620th of 707 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).