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Jody Richards Elementary School

2100 ELROD RD, BOWLING GREEN, KY 42104

Ranked 78 of 137 in Kentucky

Top schools in Bowling Green
Data from government agencies , and ranking based upon math score, student teacher ratio and review and ratings by others. Read more on how STEM ranking was calculated.

Jody Richards Elementary School

2100 ELROD RD, BOWLING GREEN, KY 42104

About Jody Richards Elementary School

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 43%
Reading 57%
State average proficiency is 43% in Math and 57% in Reading.
46
Full-time Teachers
17 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
776
Total Students
$52282
Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 62.1%
Asian 21.2%
Hispanic 7.2%
Black 5%
Two+ Races 4.1%
Native Am. 1%
White
62.1%
Asian
21.2%
Hispanic
7.2%
Black
5%
Two+ Races
4.1%
Native Am.
1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 776
49.9%
387 Female
50.1%
389 Male

Student Population

776 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

819 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Jody Richards Elementary School Contact Information

Address

2100 ELROD RD, BOWLING GREEN, KY 42104

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Phone

(270) 904-1901

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TOP 78 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Jody Richards Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:50 AM to 3:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:35 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

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Latest News

In rencent news, more than 300 students from the Warren County Public Schools district took part in the annual "SOKY Robot Royale" at Western Kentucky University's Downing Student Union in April 2025. They have built programmed, and operated robots through many obstacle courses. The news story talks about the whole district, but Jody Richards Elementary is part of the system and is also focusing more on STEM skills and robotics for younger students. These types of participation shows that the school's students are getting extra hands-on STEM experiences and other technical stuff's that go along with the main curriculum. With more and more focus on technology and engineering in schools, this event can get the attention of parents and community members who want schools that go beyond the basics. It also points Jody Richards Elementary in a good direction for improving its STEM programs and getting kids more interested in robotics and programming.

FAQ

Q1. What kinds of extracurricular activities are available?

Ans. Students can join clubs for music, art, and the seasons to learn about things that aren't school-related.

Q2. Does the school provide technology for learning?

Ans. Yes, students can use computers, tablets, and smart boards in their classrooms.

Q3. Are there services for special education?

Ans. The school has IEPs and other help for students who learn differently.

Q4. What ways does the school talk to parents?

Ans. Through newsletters, meetings, the school website, and automated alerts.

Q5. What steps are being taken to keep people safe?

Ans. A safe campus is made possible by controlled entry, safety drills, and working with local police.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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