Serving 541 students in grades 7-8, Paris J High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PARIS J H's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Paris, TX, encompassing approximately 22.8 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paris J High School's student population of 541 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
541 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paris J High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paris J High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4171 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
28%
54%
Black
32%
13%
White
30%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paris J High School's ranking?
Paris J High School is ranked #4171 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Paris J High School often compared to?
Paris J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chisum Middle School, Frank Stone Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Paris J High School?
541 students attend Paris J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Paris J High School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paris J High School?
Paris J High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paris J High School offer ?
Paris J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Paris J High School part of?
Paris J High School is part of Paris Independent School District.
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