For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,032 students in 72855, AR (there are 1 private school, serving 84 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 72855, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 72855, AR are Paris Middle School, Paris Elementary School and Paris High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72855 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 72855, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72855, AR Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Paris Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
602 N Tenth St
Paris, AR 72855
(479) 963-6995
Paris, AR 72855
(479) 963-6995
Grades: 5-8
| 302 students
Rank: #22.
Paris Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
401 N School St
Paris, AR 72855
(479) 963-3143
Paris, AR 72855
(479) 963-3143
Grades: PK-4
| 423 students
Rank: #33.
Paris High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2000 E Wood St
Paris, AR 72855
(479) 963-2247
Paris, AR 72855
(479) 963-2247
Grades: 9-12
| 307 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72855, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72855, AR include Paris Middle School, Paris Elementary School and Paris High School.
How many public schools are located in 72855, AR?
3 public schools are located in 72855, AR.
What percentage of students in 72855, AR go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 72855, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72855, AR?
72855, AR public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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