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Best 42101 Kentucky Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 4,099 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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kentucky public preschool average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 42101, KY Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rockfield Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
7597 Russellville Rd
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 843-8437
Gr: PK-6 | 653 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Bristow Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
6151 Louisville Rd
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 842-1960
Gr: PK-6 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Lost River Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
450 Modern Way
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 746-0334
Gr: PK-6 | 805 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Jennings Creek Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2617 Russellville Road
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 904-9200
Gr: PK-6 | 819 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #55.
Richardsville Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1775 Richardsville Rd
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 777-3232
Gr: PK-6 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #66.
Warren Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1846 Loop Drive
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 781-2385
Gr: PK-6 | 704 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 42101 Kentucky

42101, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Bellewood (Closed 2012)
331 Brookwood Dr
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 782-2756
Gr: 5-12 | 11 students Minority enrollment: 45%
Carol Martin Gatton Academy Of Math & Science (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1906 College Heights Blvd, #71
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 745-3605
Geo Academy (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
559 Morgantown Rd
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 781-5150
Gr: 9-12 | 2 students
Group Effort High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
160 River Park Ave
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 901-0902
Gr: 7-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Jackson Academy Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
877 Jackson Academy St.
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 467-0293
Gr: 3-6
Jackson Academy High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
877 Jackson Street
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 467-0293
Gr: 9-12
Jackson Academy Middle School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
877 Jackson Street
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 467-0293
Gr: 6-8
L C Curry Elementary School (Closed 2004)
1350 Durbin Dr
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 746-2240
Gr: K-5 | 193 students Minority enrollment: 63%
Morganville Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
331 Brookwood Dr
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 782-2756
Gr: 7-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 29%

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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kentucky public preschools average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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