Serving 225 students in grades 4-5, Paradise Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Paradise Intermediate's attendance zone covers the entire district in Paradise, TX, encompassing approximately 72.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 7.5 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paradise Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Paradise Intermediate School's student population of 225 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
225 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Panthers
School Rankings
Paradise Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paradise Intermediate School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1335 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paradise Intermediate School's ranking?
Paradise Intermediate School is ranked #1335 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Paradise Intermediate School?
225 students attend Paradise Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Paradise Intermediate School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paradise Intermediate School?
Paradise Intermediate School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paradise Intermediate School offer ?
Paradise Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Paradise Intermediate School part of?
Paradise Intermediate School is part of Paradise Independent School District.
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