Paris High School is one of the two public high schools in Paris, Kentucky, United States. Paris High School serves roughly 200 students in grades 9–12.
Serving 231 students in grades 9-12, Paris High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 231 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paris High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Paris High School's student population of 231 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
231 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1865
School Rankings
Paris High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paris High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#926 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
17%
10%
Black
21%
11%
White
51%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Greyhound
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paris High School's ranking?
Paris High School is ranked #926 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Paris High School often compared to?
Paris High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bourbon County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paris High School?
The graduation rate of Paris High School is 90%, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Paris High School?
231 students attend Paris High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Paris High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paris High School?
Paris High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
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 Independent School District.
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