For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public high schools serving 2,479 students in 42101, KY.
The top-ranked public high schools in 42101, KY are Warren County Day Treatment, Warren Regional Juvenile Detention Center and Jackson Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 42101 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 42101, KY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 42101 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Warren East High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42101, KY Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Warren County Day Treatment
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
877 Jackson Street
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 904-4131
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 904-4131
Gr: 7-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Warren Regional Juvenile Detention Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1020 Kentucky St
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 746-7155
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 746-7155
Gr: 6-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Jackson Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
877 Jackson Academy St.
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 782-5410
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 782-5410
Gr: 3-12 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Warren East High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6867 Louisville Rd
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 781-1277
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 781-1277
Gr: 9-12 | 967 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #55.
Warren Central High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
559 Morgantown Rd
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 842-7302
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 842-7302
Gr: 9-12 | 1,070 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #66.
Beacon Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1022 West Main Street
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 781-5150
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 781-5150
Gr: 6-12 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #77.
Geo International High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1808 Loop Drive
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 842-7302
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 842-7302
Gr: 9-12 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #88.
Lighthouse Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
877 Jackson St
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 782-5410
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 782-5410
Gr: 9-12 | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #99.
Bowling Green Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
503 Old Morgantown Rd
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 746-2321
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 746-2321
Gr: 6-12 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: n/an/a
Childrens Crisis Stabilization Unit
Alternative School
501 Chestnut St
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 746-2200
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 746-2200
Gr: K-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 42101, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 42101, KY include Warren County Day Treatment, Warren Regional Juvenile Detention Center and Jackson Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 42101?
10 public high schools are located in 42101.
What is the racial composition of students in 42101?
42101 public high schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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