Summary:
The city of Paris, Kentucky is home to 7 schools across two school districts - Bourbon County and Paris Independent. The schools serve students from elementary through high school, with 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools in the data set.
Among the standout schools, Cane Ridge Elementary has the strongest performance, with higher test scores across multiple subjects compared to the other elementary schools. On the high school level, Paris High School outperforms the other high school, Bourbon County High School, on metrics like graduation rates and some test scores, despite being the lowest-ranked high school overall.
However, the data reveals significant challenges across the school system. Test scores are generally low, with most schools scoring below state averages in subjects like math and reading. Schools also have high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating high levels of economic disadvantage. The divide between the Bourbon County and Paris Independent districts is stark, with the Bourbon County schools performing better and having higher rankings. Addressing the root causes of these issues will be crucial for improving educational opportunities for students in this community.
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