Serving 382 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Paradise Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Paradise Elementary School serves the west part of Paradise, PA, covering an attendance area of approximately 42.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with most living within 4 miles of its boundaries, while the furthest edge extends up to 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paradise Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
382 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Each Learner Counts
School Rankings
Paradise Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paradise Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1904 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
76%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paradise Elementary School's ranking?
Paradise Elementary School is ranked #1904 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Paradise Elementary School often compared to?
Paradise Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nitrauer School, Smoketown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Paradise Elementary School?
382 students attend Paradise Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Paradise Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paradise Elementary School?
Paradise Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Paradise Elementary School offer ?
Paradise Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Paradise Elementary School part of?
Paradise Elementary School is part of Pequea Valley School District.
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