Excellent
#152 of 1,284 schools in KY
Top 12% in state
Drakes Creek Middle School
Middle School · Warren County
704 Cypress Wood Way, Bowling Green, KY 42104
Enrollment
733
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
8.2
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
733
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
8.2
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kentucky schools
#152 of 1,284
In Bowling Green
#2 of 34
public schools
In district
#3 of 28
Warren County
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Drakes Creek Middle School
Drakes Creek Middle School is a public middle school in Bowling Green, KY, part of Warren County. Drakes Creek Middle School serves approximately 733 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Drakes Creek Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #152 of 1,284 schools in KY.
Structured state assessment records for Drakes Creek Middle School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- KY avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Drakes Creek Middle School — Students at Drakes Creek Middle School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from KY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Drakes Creek Middle School Compares
See how Drakes Creek Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
704 Cypress Wood Way, Bowling Green, KY 42104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Drakes Creek Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Plano Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is William H. Natcher Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF BOWLING GREEN (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bowling Green, see our Bowling Green schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Greenwood High School Bowling Green | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF BOWLING GREEN Bowling Green | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| FOUNDATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bowling Green | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| William H. Natcher Elementary Bowling Green | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Plano Elementary Bowling Green | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Cumberland Trace Elementary Bowling Green | 2.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Bowling Green High School Bowling Green | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Jody Richards Elementary Bowling Green | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Briarwood Elementary School Bowling Green | 3.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Bowling Green Junior High Bowling Green | 3.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Potter Gray Elementary Bowling Green | 4.0 mi | 5.6 |
| T C Cherry Elementary School Bowling Green | 3.8 mi | 7.0 |
| HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bowling Green | 3.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Lost River Elementary Bowling Green | 3.9 mi | 3.3 |
| W R McNeill Elementary School Bowling Green | 4.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Childrens Crisis Stabilization Unit Bowling Green | 4.9 mi | — |
| Warren Regional Juvenile Detention Ctr Bowling Green | 5.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Bowling Green Learning Center Bowling Green | 4.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Warren Central High School Bowling Green | 4.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Rivendell Elementary Bowling Green | 5.2 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 42104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,975
Median Home Value
$282,600
Median Rent
$980/mo
Population
41,273
College Educated
41.5%
Homeownership
61.5%
Avg Commute
20.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
37.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| B. Michael Caudill Middle School Richmond, KY | 8.1 |
| Farristown Middle School Berea, KY | 8.1 |
| Gray Middle School Union, KY | 8.1 |
| Lone Oak Middle School Paducah, KY | 8.3 |
| South Warren Middle School Bowling Green, KY | 8.3 |
| Boyle County Middle School Danville, KY | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Drakes Creek Middle School
What grades does Drakes Creek Middle School serve?
Drakes Creek Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Drakes Creek Middle School?
Drakes Creek Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 733 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Drakes Creek Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Drakes Creek Middle School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Drakes Creek Middle School rank in KY?
Drakes Creek Middle School ranks #152 of 1,284 schools in KY.
What is Drakes Creek Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Drakes Creek Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Drakes Creek Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Drakes Creek Middle School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Drakes Creek Middle School a charter school?
No, Drakes Creek Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Drakes Creek Middle School a Title I school?
No, Drakes Creek Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Drakes Creek Middle School?
55.7% of students at Drakes Creek Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 733
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Warren County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.5%
- Phone
- (270) 843-0165
Resources & Links
District
Warren County- District Enrollment
- 18,164
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,051
- District Rank
- #3 of 28
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