For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 468 students in 65275, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 21 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 65275, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 65275, MO are Paris High School, Paris Elementary School and Paris Jr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65275 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65275, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65275, MO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paris High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
25686 Bus Hwy 24
Paris, MO 65275
(660) 289-0970
Paris, MO 65275
(660) 289-0970
Gr: 9-12 | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Paris Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
725 Cleveland
Paris, MO 65275
(660) 289-0980
Paris, MO 65275
(660) 289-0980
Gr: PK-6 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Paris Jr. High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
25678 Bus Hwy 24
Paris, MO 65275
(660) 289-0970
Paris, MO 65275
(660) 289-0970
Gr: 7-8 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 65275, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 65275, MO include Paris High School, Paris Elementary School and Paris Jr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 65275?
3 public schools are located in 65275.
What percentage of students in 65275 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 65275 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65275?
65275 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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