For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 477 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 41%), 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 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 65275, MO Public Schools (2026)
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 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
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 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
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 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
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 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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