Warren Central High School is a 4-year high school in Bowling Green in the U.S. state of Kentucky. It is one of four high schools serving the Warren County Public Schools.
Serving 1,070 students in grades 9-12, Warren Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,070 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Warren Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Warren Central High School's student population of 1,070 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,070 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Motto
Where Children Prepare for Success
School Rankings
Warren Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Warren Central High School is 0.76, which is more 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
#974 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
2%
Hispanic
24%
10%
Black
25%
11%
White
33%
71%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Warren County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragons
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Warren Central High School's ranking?
Warren Central High School is ranked #974 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Warren Central High School often compared to?
Warren Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenwood High School, Bowling Green High School, Warren East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Warren Central High School?
The graduation rate of Warren Central High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Warren Central High School?
1,070 students attend Warren Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Warren Central High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Warren Central High School?
Warren Central High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Warren Central High School offer ?
Warren Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Warren Central High School part of?
Warren Central High School is part of Warren County School District.
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