For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 769 students in Bowling Green, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Bowling Green, MO are Bowling Green Middle School, Bowling Green Elementary School and Lillian Schaper School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bowling Green, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Bowling Green have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Bowling Green, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bowling Green Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
700 W Adams Street
Bowling Green, MO 63334
(573) 324-2181
Bowling Green, MO 63334
(573) 324-2181
Gr: 6-8 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Bowling Green Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
700 West Adams Street
Bowling Green, MO 63334
(573) 324-2042
Bowling Green, MO 63334
(573) 324-2042
Gr: PK-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Lillian Schaper School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
902 Independence Dr
Bowling Green, MO 63334
(573) 324-3257
Bowling Green, MO 63334
(573) 324-3257
Gr: K-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Bowling Green, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Bowling Green, MO include Bowling Green Middle School, Bowling Green Elementary School and Lillian Schaper School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Bowling Green?
3 public elementary schools are located in Bowling Green.
What is the racial composition of students in Bowling Green?
Bowling Green public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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