Paradise Middle School serves 270 students in grades 6-8.
Paradise Middle School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower 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 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Paradise Middle School's student population of 270 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paradise Middle School is ranked within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Paradise Middle School is 0.33, 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
#1515 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
17%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
80%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #1515 out of 8,079 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Paradise Middle School?
270 students attend Paradise Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Paradise Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% 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 12:1, which is lower 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 ISD School District.
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