For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,031 students in Paris, AR (there are , serving 70 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Paris, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in Paris, AR are Paris Elementary School, Paris Middle School and Paris High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Paris, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Paris have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Paris, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paris Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 N School St
Paris, AR 72855
(479) 963-3143
Paris, AR 72855
(479) 963-3143
Gr: PK-4 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Paris Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
602 N Tenth St
Paris, AR 72855
(479) 963-6995
Paris, AR 72855
(479) 963-6995
Gr: 5-8 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Paris High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2000 E Wood St
Paris, AR 72855
(479) 963-2247
Paris, AR 72855
(479) 963-2247
Gr: 9-12 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Paris, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Paris, AR include Paris Elementary School, Paris Middle School and Paris 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?
94% of all K-12 students in Paris are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Paris?
Paris public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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