School Overview
Chisum Elementary, located at 3250 S. Church St. in Paris, Texas, serves as a foundational campus within the Chisum Independent School District. As a primary educational institution for the local community, the school focuses on providing a nurturing environment where students in their early developmental years receive instruction in core academic subjects such as reading, mathematics, science, and social studies. The school is committed to fostering a positive learning culture that emphasizes both academic growth and the development of essential social skills.

In addition to its classroom curriculum, Chisum Elementary reflects the values of the broader Chisum ISD community, prioritizing student engagement and preparation for future grade levels. By leveraging the resources provided by the district, the school works to support diverse student needs and maintain a strong connection between educators, families, and the surrounding Paris area. For those seeking information regarding enrollment, extracurricular programs, or campus policies, the district’s website at http://chisumisd.org serves as the primary hub for administrative updates and school-related news.
584
Total Students
39.1
Full-Time Teachers
14.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
41.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for CHISUM EL
Demographic Student Count
White462
Hispanic60
Black25
Two or More35
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    462 (79.1%)
  • Hispanic
    60 (10.3%)
  • Two or More
    35 (6.0%)
  • Black
    25 (4.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: CHISUM ISD
Phone: (903)737-2820
Website: http://chisumisd.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 584
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 39.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 237
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 5
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 36
Kindergarten 85
Grade 1 87
Grade 2 91
Grade 3 82
Grade 4 97
Grade 5 106

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for CHISUM EL
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten36
Kindergarten85
Grade 187
Grade 291
Grade 382
Grade 497
Grade 5106
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for CHISUM EL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female29851%
Male28649%