Serving 248 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Paris Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Paris Elementary serves the entire district of Paris, MO, covering an area of approximately 276.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 16.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paris Elementary School's student population of 248 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
248 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Building a foundation for a positive future.
School Rankings
Paris Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paris Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1222 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
90%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paris Elementary School's ranking?
Paris Elementary School is ranked #1222 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Paris Elementary School?
248 students attend Paris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Paris Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paris Elementary School?
Paris Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Paris Elementary School offer ?
Paris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paris Elementary School part of?
Paris Elementary School is part of Paris R-II School District.
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