For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,477 students in 38242, TN.
The top ranked public high schools in 38242, TN are Henry Co High School, E. W. Grove School and Henry County Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 38242 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 38242, TN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 38242 have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the Tennessee average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Henry Co High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public high school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 38242, TN Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Henry Co High School
Magnet 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
| 1,048 students
Rank: #22.
E. W. Grove School
Magnet 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
| 367 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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 38242, TN?
The top ranked public high schools in 38242, TN include Henry Co High School, E. W. Grove School and Henry County Virtual Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 38242?
3 public high schools are located in 38242.
What is the racial composition of students in 38242?
38242 public high schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public high schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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