For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,806 students in 42103, KY.
The top-ranked public schools in 42103, KY are Potter Gray Elementary School, Cumberland Trace Elementary School and Briarwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42103 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42103, KY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42103, KY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Potter Gray Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
610 Wakefield Dr.
Bowling Green, KY 42103
(270) 746-2280
Bowling Green, KY 42103
(270) 746-2280
Gr: K-5 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Cumberland Trace Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2464 Cumberland Trace Rd
Bowling Green, KY 42103
(270) 781-1356
Bowling Green, KY 42103
(270) 781-1356
Gr: PK-6 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Briarwood Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
265 Lovers Ln
Bowling Green, KY 42103
(270) 782-5554
Bowling Green, KY 42103
(270) 782-5554
Gr: PK-6 | 664 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
Rivendell Elementary School
Alternative School
1035 Porter Pike Rd
Bowling Green, KY 42103
(270) 843-1199
Bowling Green, KY 42103
(270) 843-1199
Gr: K-8 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: n/an/a
Rivendell High School
Alternative School
1035 Porter Pike Rd
Bowling Green, KY 42103
(270) 843-1199
Bowling Green, KY 42103
(270) 843-1199
Gr: 9-12 | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 42103, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 42103, KY include Potter Gray Elementary School, Cumberland Trace Elementary School and Briarwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 42103?
5 public schools are located in 42103.
What is the racial composition of students in 42103?
42103 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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