For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,487 students in 42104, KY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 42104, KY are Drakes Creek Middle School, South Warren Middle School and Bowling Green Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 42104 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 42104, KY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public middle school average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42104, KY Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Drakes Creek Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
704 Cypress Wood
Bowling Green, KY 42104
(270) 843-0165
Bowling Green, KY 42104
(270) 843-0165
Gr: 7-8 | 733 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
South Warren Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
295 Rich Pond Road
Bowling Green, KY 42104
(270) 467-7510
Bowling Green, KY 42104
(270) 467-7510
Gr: 7-8 | 783 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Bowling Green Junior High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
900 Campbell Ln
Bowling Green, KY 42104
(270) 746-2290
Bowling Green, KY 42104
(270) 746-2290
Gr: 6-8 | 971 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 42104, KY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 42104, KY include Drakes Creek Middle School, South Warren Middle School and Bowling Green Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 42104?
3 public middle schools are located in 42104.
What is the racial composition of students in 42104?
42104 public middle schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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