For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,917 students in 42103, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 42103 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 42103, KY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42103, KY Public Elementary 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 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
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 | 699 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
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 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
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 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 42103, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 42103, KY include Potter Gray Elementary School, Cumberland Trace Elementary School and Briarwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 42103?
4 public elementary schools are located in 42103.
What is the racial composition of students in 42103?
42103 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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