For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,932 students in 38242, TN (there are 4 private schools, serving 51 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 38242, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 38242, TN are Paris Elementary School, W O Inman Middle School and Henry Co High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38242 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38242, TN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38242, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paris Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
650 B Volunteer Dr
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 642-3675
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 642-3675
Gr: 3-5 | 502 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
W O Inman Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 Harrison St
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 642-8131
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 642-8131
Gr: 6-8 | 499 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Henry Co High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
315 South Wilson St
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 642-5232
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 642-5232
Gr: 9-12 | 1,017 students Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
E. W. Grove School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
215 Grove Blvd
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 642-4586
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 642-4586
Gr: 9 | 314 students Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
115 South Wilson St
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 642-0961
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 642-0961
Gr: PK-2 | 537 students Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38242, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 38242, TN include Paris Elementary School, W O Inman Middle School and Henry Co High School.
How many public schools are located in 38242?
6 public schools are located in 38242.
What percentage of students in 38242 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 38242 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38242?
38242 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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