Serving 319 students in grades 6-8, Paradise Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Paradise Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Paradise school district, encompassing approximately 72.5 square miles in Paradise, TX. Families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paradise Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Paradise Middle School's student population of 319 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
319 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Paradise Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paradise Middle School is 0.34, 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
#2365 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
80%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paradise Middle School's ranking?
Paradise Middle School is ranked #2365 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Paradise Middle School often compared to?
Paradise Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridgeport Middle School, Mccarroll Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Paradise Middle School?
319 students attend Paradise Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Paradise Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paradise Middle School?
Paradise Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paradise Middle School offer ?
Paradise Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Paradise Middle School part of?
Paradise Middle School is part of Paradise Independent School District.
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