Paris High School

About Paris High School

Paris High School is a public school located in Paris, Texas. It is part of the Paris Independent School District and serves grades 9-12. The school has a long and rich history, having been founded in 1883.
Paris High School is a welcoming and diverse school, with a student body of over 1,000 students from a variety of backgrounds. The school offers a wide range of academic and extracurricular activities, including Advanced Placement courses, a variety of clubs and organizations, and a full range of sports teams.
Paris High School is known for its strong academic program, with a focus on preparing students for college and career success. The school has a strong commitment to providing a safe and supportive learning environment, with a range of support services available to students.
Paris High School is also known for its commitment to the community, with a range of community outreach programs, including a mentoring program, a food pantry, and volunteer opportunities. The school is also active in local and state competitions, with a strong record of success.
Overall, Paris High School is a great place for students to learn and grow. With its strong academic program, diverse student body, and commitment to the community, Paris High School is a great choice for any student looking for a quality education.

Address:	2000 E Wood St Paris, AR 72855
Phone:	(479) 963-2247
Site:	www.parisschools.org
Grades:	9 – 12
Enrollment:	306 students

Overview Paris High School

Paris High School serves 306 students in grades 9-12.
Paris High School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40% (majority Black).

Verdict on Paris High School

Paris High School is ranked within the top 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Paris High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.