Serving 346 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Paris Elementary 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paris Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Paris Elementary School's student population of 346 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
346 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Motto
Success One by One
School Rankings
Paris Elementary 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 Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#952 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
15%
10%
Black
19%
11%
White
54%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paris Elementary School's ranking?
Paris Elementary School is ranked #952 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Paris Elementary School often compared to?
Paris Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bourbon Central Elementary School, Cane Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Paris Elementary School?
346 students attend Paris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Paris Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paris Elementary School?
Paris Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Paris Elementary School offer ?
Paris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Paris Elementary School part of?
Paris Elementary School is part of Paris Independent School District.
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