For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 468 students in Paris, MO (there are , serving 21 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Paris, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Paris, MO are Paris Elementary School, Paris High School and Paris Jr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Paris, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Paris have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Paris, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Paris Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
725 Cleveland
Paris, MO 65275
(660) 289-0980
Paris, MO 65275
(660) 289-0980
Grades: PK-6
| 257 students
Rank: #22.
Paris High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
25686 Bus Hwy 24
Paris, MO 65275
(660) 289-0970
Paris, MO 65275
(660) 289-0970
Grades: 9-12
| 142 students
Rank: #33.
Paris Jr. High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
25678 Bus Hwy 24
Paris, MO 65275
(660) 289-0970
Paris, MO 65275
(660) 289-0970
Grades: 7-8
| 69 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Paris, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Paris, MO include Paris Elementary School, Paris High School and Paris Jr. High School.
How many public schools are located in Paris?
3 public schools are located in Paris.
What percentage of students in Paris go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Paris are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Paris?
Paris public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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