South Warren High School, located in Bowling Green, in the U.S. state of Kentucky, is one of four high schools in the Warren County School System. The school opened on August 3, 2010. It is co-located in the same building complex as South Warren Middle School.
Serving 1,548 students in grades 9-12, South Warren High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Warren High School serves the southern part of Bowling Green, KY, covering an attendance area of approximately 89.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point being about 10.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Warren High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Warren High School's student population of 1,548 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,548 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Warren High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Warren High School is 0.46, which is less 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
#194 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥99%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Spartans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Warren High School's ranking?
South Warren High School is ranked #194 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are South Warren High School often compared to?
South Warren High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenwood High School, Bowling Green High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Warren High School?
The graduation rate of South Warren High School is 99%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend South Warren High School?
1,548 students attend South Warren High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of South Warren High School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Warren High School?
South Warren High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Warren High School offer ?
South Warren High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Warren High School part of?
South Warren High School is part of Warren County School District.
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