For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,040 students in 38242, TN (there are , 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 33% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), 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 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38242, TN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: 3-5
| 539 students
Rank: #22.
W O Inman Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 Harrison St
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 642-8131
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 642-8131
Grades: 6-8
| 472 students
Rank: #33.
Henry Co High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
315 South Wilson St
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 642-5232
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 642-5232
Grades: 10-12
| 1,036 students
Rank: #44.
E. W. Grove School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
215 Grove Blvd
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 642-4586
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 642-4586
Grades: 9
| 387 students
Rank: #55.
Henry County Virtual Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
937 Pioneer Rd
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 243-7114
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 243-7114
Grades: K-12
| 51 students
Rank: n/an/a
115 South Wilson St
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 642-0961
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 642-0961
Grades: PK-2
| 555 students
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 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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