Serving 461 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Paradise Canyon ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paradise Canyon's student population of 461 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
461 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We pledge to do our best, be our best and better those around us.
School Rankings
Paradise Canyon ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paradise Canyon is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#707 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)24%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
63%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
30%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paradise Canyon's ranking?
Paradise Canyon is ranked #707 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Paradise Canyon often compared to?
Paradise Canyonis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Paradise Canyon?
461 students attend Paradise Canyon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Paradise Canyon students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paradise Canyon?
Paradise Canyon has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Paradise Canyon offer ?
Paradise Canyon offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Paradise Canyon part of?
Paradise Canyon is part of Washington School District.
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