For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,031 students in Paris, KY.
The top-ranked public high schools in Paris, KY are Bourbon County High School and Paris High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Paris, KY public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in Paris have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Paris, KY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is equal to the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Bourbon County High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public high school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Paris, KY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bourbon County High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3341 Lexington Road
Paris, KY 40361
(859) 987-2185
Paris, KY 40361
(859) 987-2185
Gr: 9-12 | 764 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Paris High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
308 W 7th St
Paris, KY 40361
(859) 987-2168
Paris, KY 40361
(859) 987-2168
Gr: 9-12 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Paris, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in Paris, KY include Bourbon County High School and Paris High School.
How many public high schools are located in Paris?
2 public high schools are located in Paris.
What is the racial composition of students in Paris?
Paris public high schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public high schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Paris are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Paris include: Paris High School vs. Bourbon County High School, Bourbon County High School vs. Paris High School
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