Summary:
The 72855 zip code area is home to three schools - Paris Elementary School, Paris Middle School, and Paris High School - all part of the Paris School District. While the district is ranked 135 out of 250 in Arkansas and has a 2-star rating, some individual schools stand out.
Paris Elementary School is ranked 229 out of 495 Arkansas elementary schools and has a 3-star rating. It performs above the state average in math, with 55.5% of students proficient or better, compared to the state average of 38.7%. However, the school has a high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (100% in 2023-2024). Paris Middle School is ranked 112 out of 324 Arkansas middle schools and also has a 3-star rating. It performs exceptionally well in Algebra, with 80% of students proficient or better, compared to the state average of 30.9%. Like the elementary school, Paris Middle School has a high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (100% in 2023-2024).
In contrast, Paris High School has seen a significant decline in its statewide ranking, from 147 out of 295 schools in 2022-2023 to 232 out of 291 schools in 2024-2025, with a 1-star rating. The high school has significantly lower proficiency rates than the district and state averages across all subjects. This concerning trend suggests the need for targeted interventions and support to address the unique challenges faced by these schools and ensure all students have access to a quality education.
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