Serving 3,948 students in grades 9-12, Paramount High School ranks in the top 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 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,948 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paramount High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Paramount High School's student population of 3,948 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 192 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,948 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
192 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paramount High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paramount High School is 0.19, 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
#1783 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paramount High School's ranking?
Paramount High School is ranked #1783 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Paramount High School often compared to?
Paramount High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Downey High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paramount High School?
The graduation rate of Paramount High School is 88%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Paramount High School?
3,948 students attend Paramount High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Paramount High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paramount High School?
Paramount High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Paramount High School offer ?
Paramount High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Paramount High School part of?
Paramount High School is part of Paramount Unified School District.
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