Very Good
#282 of 1,284 schools in KY
Top 22% in state
William H. Natcher Elementary
Elementary School · Warren County
1434 Cave Mill Rd., Bowling Green, KY 42104
Enrollment
704
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
704
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kentucky schools
#282 of 1,284
In Bowling Green
#6 of 34
public schools
In district
#7 of 28
Warren County
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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William H. Natcher Elementary
Elementary School in Bowling Green · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About William H. Natcher Elementary
William H. Natcher Elementary is a public elementary school in Bowling Green, KY, part of Warren County. William H.
Natcher Elementary serves approximately 704 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. William H. Natcher Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #282 of 1,284 schools in KY.
Structured state assessment records for William H. Natcher Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- KY avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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William H. Natcher Elementary — Students at William H. Natcher Elementary score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)
Based on 38 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: 6.5/10.
How William H. Natcher Elementary Compares
See how William H. Natcher Elementary 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
1434 Cave Mill Rd., Bowling Green, KY 42104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William H. Natcher Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. T C Cherry Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 2.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Jennings Creek Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, W R McNeill Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bowling Green, see our Bowling Green schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 miNeighborhood 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
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| Beechwood Elementary School Fort Mitchell, KY | 7.6 |
| Blue Lick Elementary Louisville, KY | 7.6 |
| Glenn R Marshall Elementary School Richmond, KY | 7.6 |
| Jefferson Elementary School Henderson, KY | 7.6 |
| John W. Reiley Elementary School Alexandria, KY | 7.6 |
| Johns Creek Elementary School Pikeville, KY | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William H. Natcher Elementary
What grades does William H. Natcher Elementary serve?
William H. Natcher Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend William H. Natcher Elementary?
William H. Natcher Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 704 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William H. Natcher Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at William H. Natcher Elementary is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William H. Natcher Elementary rank in KY?
William H. Natcher Elementary ranks #282 of 1,284 schools in KY.
What is William H. Natcher Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
William H. Natcher Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 William H. Natcher Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William H. Natcher Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is William H. Natcher Elementary a charter school?
No, William H. Natcher Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William H. Natcher Elementary a Title I school?
No, William H. Natcher Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William H. Natcher Elementary?
67.8% of students at William H. Natcher Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 704
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Warren County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.7%
- Phone
- (270) 842-1364
Resources & Links
District
Warren County- District Enrollment
- 18,164
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,051
- District Rank
- #7 of 28
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