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Best 42101 Kentucky Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 24 public schools serving 9,130 students in 42101, KY (there are 3 private schools, serving 638 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 42101, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 42101, KY are W R Mcneill Elementary School, Rockfield Elementary School and Warren County Day Treatment. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42101 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42101, KY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 42101, KY Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
W R Mcneill Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1800 Creason Drive
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 746-2260
Gr: K-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Rockfield Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
7597 Russellville Rd
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 843-8437
Gr: PK-6 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Warren County Day Treatment
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
877 Jackson Street
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 904-4131
Gr: 7-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Warren Regional Juvenile Detention Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1020 Kentucky St
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 746-7155
Gr: 6-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #55.
Warren East Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
7031 Louisville Rd
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 843-0181
Gr: 7-8 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #66.
Jackson Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
877 Jackson Academy St.
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 782-5410
Gr: 3-12 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #77.
Warren East High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
6867 Louisville Rd
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 781-1277
Gr: 9-12 | 967 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #88.
Bristow Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
6151 Louisville Rd
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 842-1960
Gr: PK-6 | 699 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #99.
Parker-bennett-curry School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
165 Webb Dr
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 746-2270
Gr: K-5 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #1010.
Dishman Mcginnis Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
375 Glen Lily Road
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 746-2250
Gr: K-5 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #1111.
Warren Central High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
559 Morgantown Rd
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 842-7302
Gr: 9-12 | 1,070 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #1212.
Lost River Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
450 Modern Way
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 746-0334
Gr: PK-6 | 856 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #1313.
Jennings Creek Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2617 Russellville Road
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 904-9200
Gr: PK-6 | 852 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #1414.
Richardsville Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1775 Richardsville Rd
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 777-3232
Gr: PK-6 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #1515.
Henry F. Moss Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2565 Russellville Rd
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 843-0166
Gr: 7-8 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #1616.
Beacon Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1022 West Main Street
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 781-5150
Gr: 6-12 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #1717.
Geo International High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1808 Loop Drive
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 842-7302
Gr: 9-12 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1818.
Warren Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1846 Loop Drive
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 781-2385
Gr: PK-6 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #1919.
Bowling Green Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
503 Old Morgantown Rd
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 746-2321
Gr: 6-12 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: n/an/a
Bowling Green Technical College
Vocational School
1845 Loop Drive
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 746-7461
Gr: Inquire with school
Rank: n/an/a
Childrens Crisis Stabilization Unit
Alternative School
501 Chestnut St
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 746-2200
Gr: K-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
Kentucky Advanced Technology Center
Vocational School
1127 Morgantown Road
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 746-7807
Gr: Inquire with school
Rank: n/an/a
Ky Advanced Tech Center
Vocational School
1127 Morgantown Road
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 746-7807
Gr: Inquire with school
Rank: n/an/a
Ky Tech - Bowling Green Regional Tech Center
Vocational School
1845 Loop Drive
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 746-7461
Gr: Inquire with school

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 42101, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 42101, KY include W R Mcneill Elementary School, Rockfield Elementary School and Warren County Day Treatment.
How many public schools are located in 42101?
25 public schools are located in 42101.
What percentage of students in 42101 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 42101 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 42101?
42101 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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