Serving 1,290 students in grades 9-12, Bowling Green High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bowling Green High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Bowling Green High School's student population of 1,290 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
School Rankings
Bowling Green High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowling Green High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#417 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
22%
10%
Black
21%
11%
White
46%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowling Green High School's ranking?
Bowling Green High School is ranked #417 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Bowling Green High School often compared to?
Bowling Green High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenwood High School, South Warren High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bowling Green High School?
The graduation rate of Bowling Green High School is 99%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Bowling Green High School?
1,290 students attend Bowling Green High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Bowling Green High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bowling Green High School?
Bowling Green High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bowling Green High School offer ?
Bowling Green High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bowling Green High School part of?
Bowling Green High School is part of Bowling Green Independent School District.
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