Serving 506 students in grades 9-12, Paradise Senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paradise Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Paradise Senior High School's student population of 506 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
School Mascot
Bobcats
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Colors
White, Green, Gold
School Rankings
Paradise Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paradise Senior High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4816 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
72%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paradise Senior High School's ranking?
Paradise Senior High School is ranked #4816 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Paradise Senior High School often compared to?
Paradise Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Valley High School, Chico High School, Las Plumas High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paradise Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Paradise Senior High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Paradise Senior High School?
506 students attend Paradise Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Paradise Senior High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paradise Senior High School?
Paradise Senior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Paradise Senior High School offer ?
Paradise Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Paradise Senior High School part of?
Paradise Senior High School is part of Paradise Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/13/2021
great school, great teachers, not overcrowded, so many upgrades since fire REALLY GOOD SCHOOL
2 2/2/2007
This school has some very serious problems. The school is filthy. if you are a self starter, an exceptional athelete or student you will probably do well at this school. If you are a student who does not fall into these catagories you will probably be left behind. This is the case with my child and many like him. Children are not able to get any extra help right now due to a contract dispute between teachers and the district. Guidance counselors do not seem to guide or councel students in their education choices.(my child can't even get an appointment.) I see no school pride in students or facilty. vandelism, bad language, bullying, no inforced dressed code and children not having their educational needs met. These are just a few problems needing to be addressed. If seems as though children do not come first in this school district.
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