Serving 306 students in grades 9-12, Paris High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Paris High School's attendance zone covers the entire Paris school district, encompassing approximately 228.3 square miles around Paris, AR, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 15 to 20 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 9.2 miles, and the furthest edge extends up to 21.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paris High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Paris High School's student population of 306 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
306 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paris High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paris High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#613 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
10%
9%
Showing 2007–2017. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Mascot
Eagle (big Blue)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paris High School's ranking?
Paris High School is ranked #613 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Paris High School often compared to?
Paris High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ozark Jr Sr High School, Booneville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paris High School?
The graduation rate of Paris High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Paris High School?
306 students attend Paris High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Paris High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paris High School?
Paris High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paris High School offer ?
Paris High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Paris High School part of?
Paris High School is part of Paris School District.
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