Paradise High School is a public high school in Paradise, California, United States. It is part of the Paradise Unified School District. The school's curriculum is organized into 13 subject area departments, and students can take up to six classes a day.
Serving 495 students in grades 9-12, Paradise Senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Paradise Senior High's attendance zone covers the entire district in Paradise, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 225.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 12.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 29.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paradise Senior High School's student population of 495 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
495 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paradise Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paradise Senior High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4840 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green, Gold
School Mascot
Bobcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paradise Senior High School's ranking?
Paradise Senior High School is ranked #4840 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Paradise Senior High School often compared to?
Paradise Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Valley High School, Las Plumas High School, Chico High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paradise Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Paradise Senior High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Paradise Senior High School?
495 students attend Paradise Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Paradise Senior High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paradise Senior High School?
Paradise Senior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Paradise Senior High School offer ?
Paradise Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Paradise Senior High School part of?
Paradise Senior High School is part of Paradise Unified School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school has some very serious problems. The school is filthy. if you are a self starter, an exceptional athelete or student you will probably do well at this school. If you are a student who does not fall into these catagories you will probably be left behind. This is the case with my child and many like him. Children are not able to get any extra help right now due to a contract dispute between teachers and the district. Guidance counselors do not seem to guide or councel students in their education choices.(my child can't even get an appointment.) I see no school pride in students or facilty. vandelism, bad language, bullying, no inforced dressed code and children not having their educational needs met. These are just a few problems needing to be addressed. If seems as though children do not come first in this school district.
5 10/10/2025
great school, great teachers, not overcrowded, so many upgrades since fire REALLY GOOD SCHOOL
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