Serving 715 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Paradise Canyon Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Paradise Canyon Elementary serves the southwest part of La Canada Flintridge, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paradise Canyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Paradise Canyon Elementary School's student population of 715 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
715 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1949
School Motto
We uphold high achievement standards while providing personalized support to meet the unique needs of each student.
School Rankings
Paradise Canyon Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paradise Canyon Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#180 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
34%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paradise Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
Paradise Canyon Elementary School is ranked #180 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Paradise Canyon Elementary School often compared to?
Paradise Canyon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Canada Elementary School, Palm Crest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Paradise Canyon Elementary School?
715 students attend Paradise Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Paradise Canyon Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 12% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paradise Canyon Elementary School?
Paradise Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Paradise Canyon Elementary School offer ?
Paradise Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Paradise Canyon Elementary School part of?
Paradise Canyon Elementary School is part of La Canada Unified School District.
School Calendar
View the Paradise Canyon Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break - NO School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 05, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School (all students) Dismissal 11:35am
June 03, 2027 (Thursday)
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