Serving 685 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Briarwood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower 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 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Briarwood Elementary School serves the southeast part of Bowling Green, KY, covering an area of approximately 11.4 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Briarwood Elementary School's student population of 685 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
685 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Briarwood Elementary 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 Briarwood Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#333 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Asian
7%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Black
19%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
White
45%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Huskies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briarwood Elementary School's ranking?
Briarwood Elementary School is ranked #333 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Briarwood Elementary School often compared to?
Briarwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cumberland Trace Elementary School, William H. Natcher Elementary School, Jody Richards Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Briarwood Elementary School?
685 students attend Briarwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Briarwood Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Briarwood Elementary School?
Briarwood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Briarwood Elementary School offer ?
Briarwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Briarwood Elementary School part of?
Briarwood Elementary School is part of Warren County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Briarwood is the best school ever!!!!!!!!
-Ricky Silver grade 5 heather ross teacher
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