Serving 971 students in grades 6-8, Bowling Green Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 55% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 971 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bowling Green Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bowling Green Junior High School's student population of 971 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
971 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Bowling Green Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowling Green Junior High School is 0.71, 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
#366 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
18%
10%
Black
22%
11%
White
45%
72%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowling Green Junior High School's ranking?
Bowling Green Junior High School is ranked #366 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Bowling Green Junior High School often compared to?
Bowling Green Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Warren Middle School, Drakes Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Bowling Green Junior High School?
971 students attend Bowling Green Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Bowling Green Junior High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bowling Green Junior High School?
Bowling Green Junior 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 Junior High School offer ?
Bowling Green Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bowling Green Junior High School part of?
Bowling Green Junior High School is part of Bowling Green Independent School District.
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