For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 523 students in 38242, TN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38242, TN are 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 middle schools in zipcode 38242 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 38242, TN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 38242, TN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
W O Inman Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 Harrison St
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 642-8131
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 642-8131
Gr: 6-8 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Henry County Virtual Academy
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
937 Pioneer Rd
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 243-7114
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 243-7114
Gr: K-12 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 38242, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38242, TN include W O Inman Middle School and Henry County Virtual Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 38242?
2 public middle schools are located in 38242.
What is the racial composition of students in 38242?
38242 public middle schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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