What grades does Dishman McGinnis Elementary School serve?

Dishman McGinnis Elementary School operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Bowling Green area.

Where is Dishman McGinnis Elementary School located?

Dishman McGinnis Elementary School is a urban school in Bowling Green, KY.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dishman McGinnis Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dishman McGinnis Elementary School is 13.4:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Bowling Green, KY?

Schools in Bowling Green include Dishman McGinnis Elementary School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Bowling Green area.

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Dishman McGinnis Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Bowling Green, Kentucky|Bowling Green Independent

Bowling Green, KY 42101

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Sep

Wed

Early Release All Schoolshalf_dayDistrict-wide

All schools dismiss two hours earlier than a typical school day.

Oct

Mon

Fall Break: No SchoolBreakDistrict-wide

Oct

Mon

Parent Teacher Conferences WeekStaff DayDistrict-wide

Nov

Mon

Professional Development Day - No SchoolStaff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Nov

Wed

Thanksgiving Holiday: No SchoolHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Mon

Winter Break - No SchoolBreakDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

K–5

Enrollment

443

Student:Teacher

13.4:1

Locale

Urban

District

Bowling Green Independent

Econ. Disadvantaged

96.2%

Phone

(270)746-2250

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

20-24%

Math Proficiency

24%

35th percentile in KY

Chronic Absenteeism

5.7%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

65 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 17.5:1

Worse than average in KY

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

507

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

28.9

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.31999999

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

0.2

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,279

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,374

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$18,978

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 18%State 56%Local 26%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$261,659

+0.2% 1yr+35.1% 5yr

Bowling Green, KY metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

27.6%

Below 150% poverty line

4.7%

Unemployment rate

6.7%

Uninsured residents

11.8%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

699

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

634

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Speech/Language Impairment

231 (36%)

Specific Learning Disability

106 (17%)

Other Health Impairment

86 (14%)

Autism

69 (11%)

Intellectual Disability

54 (9%)

Emotional Disturbance

20 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

506

Current enrollment

Growing(+17% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Sep 23, 2026

Early Release All Schools

All schools dismiss two hours earlier than a typical school day.

half_day

Mon, Oct 5, 2026

Fall Break: No School

Break

Mon, Oct 19, 2026

Parent Teacher Conferences Week

Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Bowling Green Independent. Dishman McGinnis Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day: No SchoolDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 23, 2026	Early Release All SchoolsDistrict-wide All schools dismiss two hours earlier than a typical school day.	half_day	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Fall Break: No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	Parent Teacher Conferences WeekDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	Professional Development Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Holiday: No SchoolDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Winter Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Jan 27, 2027	Early Release DayDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents' Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Feb 24, 2027	Early Release DayDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	Professional Development: No SchoolDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Mar 24, 2027	Early Release All SchoolsDistrict-wide Schools dismiss two hours earlier than a typical school day.	half_day	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	Spring Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	Teacher Appreciation WeekDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dishman McGinnis Elementary School

Dishman McGinnis Elementary School currently enrolls 443 students across Primary grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in KY.