For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,647 students in 38242, TN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38242, TN are Paris Elementary School, W O Inman Middle School and Henry County Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38242 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38242, TN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 38242, TN Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Paris Elementary School
Magnet 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
| 507 students
Rank: #22.
W O Inman Middle School
Magnet 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
| 507 students
Rank: #33.
Henry County Virtual Academy
Magnet School
(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
| 62 students
Rank: n/an/a
W G Rhea Elementary School
Magnet School
115 South Wilson St
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 642-0961
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 642-0961
Grades: PK-2
| 571 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 38242, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38242, TN include Paris Elementary School, W O Inman Middle School and Henry County Virtual Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38242?
4 public elementary schools are located in 38242.
What is the racial composition of students in 38242?
38242 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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