For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 4,241 students in 42101, KY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 42101, KY are Rockfield Elementary School, Bristow Elementary School and Lost River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 42101 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 42101, KY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kentucky public preschool average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 42101, KY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rockfield Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7597 Russellville Rd
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 843-8437
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 843-8437
Gr: PK-6 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Bristow Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6151 Louisville Rd
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 842-1960
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 842-1960
Gr: PK-6 | 699 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Lost River Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
450 Modern Way
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 746-0334
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 746-0334
Gr: PK-6 | 856 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Jennings Creek Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2617 Russellville Road
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 904-9200
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 904-9200
Gr: PK-6 | 852 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #55.
Richardsville Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1775 Richardsville Rd
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 777-3232
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 777-3232
Gr: PK-6 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #66.
Warren Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1846 Loop Drive
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 781-2385
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 781-2385
Gr: PK-6 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 42101, KY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 42101, KY include Rockfield Elementary School, Bristow Elementary School and Lost River Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 42101?
6 public preschools are located in 42101.
What is the racial composition of students in 42101?
42101 public preschools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kentucky public preschools average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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