Paris Independent School District
School District · Paris, Kentucky
Avg Rating
6.1
out of 10
Schools
4
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,541
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Avg Rating
6.1
out of 10
Schools
4
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,541
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
How this district compares
Kentucky rank
#91 of 157
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Kentucky avg
Per-pupil spending
$15,541
+$1,555 vs Kentucky median
District size
805 students
Smaller than Kentucky median
About Paris Independent
Paris Independent is a Paris, Kentucky school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 805 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.8:1. The district invests $15,541 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.1/10, Paris Independent demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Paris High School, which has a composite score of 7.7/10.
In standardized testing, Paris Independent students show an average math proficiency of 21.8% and ELA proficiency of 32.3%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Paris Independent, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Paris Independent with test data.
Schools in Paris Independent
4 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Kentucky
- City
- Paris
- Total Enrollment
- 805
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.3%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Paris Independent?
Paris Independent has 4 schools in total — 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Paris Independent?
The average composite rating for Paris Independent is 6.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Paris Independent?
Paris Independent spends $15,541 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Paris Independent?
The average student-teacher ratio in Paris Independent is 15.8:1.
What is the top-rated school in Paris Independent?
Paris High School is the highest-rated school in Paris Independent with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What are the test scores in Paris Independent?
Across schools in Paris Independent with test data, the average math proficiency is 21.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 32.3%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Paris Independent compare to other districts in Kentucky?
Paris Independent has an average school rating of 6.1/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Kentucky by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 21.8%
- ELA Proficiency
- 32.3%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyOther School Districts in KY
Compare Paris Independent with neighboring districts in the state.
- Jefferson County (171)
- Fayette County (79)
- Kentucky Tech System (55)
- Warren County (34)
- Boone County (28)
- Hardin County (27)
- Bullitt County (25)
- Daviess County (24)
- Kenton County (22)
- Madison County (22)
- Oldham County (22)
- Pike County (20)
- Christian County (19)
- Laurel County (19)
- Hopkins County (18)
- Scott County (17)
- Franklin County (16)
- Knox County (15)
- Floyd County (14)
- Jessamine County (14)
- Mccracken County (14)
- Pulaski County (14)
- Shelby County (14)
- Henderson County (13)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Kentucky Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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