Serving 807 students in grades 9-12, Bowling Green High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bowling Green High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bowling Green High School's student population of 807 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
807 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bowling Green High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowling Green High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1669 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
7%
Black
4%
17%
White
78%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowling Green High School's ranking?
Bowling Green High School is ranked #1669 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Bowling Green High School often compared to?
Bowling Green High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Otsego High School, Eastwood I High School, Elmwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bowling Green High School?
The graduation rate of Bowling Green High School is 96%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Bowling Green High School?
807 students attend Bowling Green High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Bowling Green High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bowling Green High School?
Bowling Green High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bowling Green High School offer ?
Bowling Green High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bowling Green High School part of?
Bowling Green High School is part of Bowling Green City School District.
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