Serving 699 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bristow Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 699 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bristow Elementary serves the northeast part of Bowling Green, KY, covering an attendance area of approximately 27.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 6.5 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bristow Elementary School's student population of 699 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
699 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bristow Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bristow Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#794 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
17%
10%
Black
14%
11%
White
54%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bristow Elementary School's ranking?
Bristow Elementary School is ranked #794 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Bristow Elementary School often compared to?
Bristow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richardsville Elementary School, Oakland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Bristow Elementary School?
699 students attend Bristow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Bristow Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bristow Elementary School?
Bristow Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bristow Elementary School offer ?
Bristow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bristow Elementary School part of?
Bristow Elementary School is part of Warren County School District.
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