Serving 442 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Paradise Valley Engineering Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Paradise Valley/Machado Elementary serves the southwest part of Morgan Hill, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 20.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paradise Valley Engineering Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Paradise Valley Engineering Academy's student population of 442 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
442 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Ensuring every child learns at high levels.
School Rankings
Paradise Valley Engineering Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paradise Valley Engineering Academy is 0.70, which is more 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
#1960 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paradise Valley Engineering Academy's ranking?
Paradise Valley Engineering Academy is ranked #1960 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Paradise Valley Engineering Academy often compared to?
Paradise Valley Engineering Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Nordstrom Elementary School, P. A. Walsh Steam Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Paradise Valley Engineering Academy?
442 students attend Paradise Valley Engineering Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Paradise Valley Engineering Academy students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paradise Valley Engineering Academy?
Paradise Valley Engineering Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Paradise Valley Engineering Academy offer ?
Paradise Valley Engineering Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Paradise Valley Engineering Academy part of?
Paradise Valley Engineering Academy is part of Morgan Hill Unified School District.
School Calendar
View the Paradise Valley Engineering Academy yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving break - No school
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving break - No school
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving break - No school
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving break - No school
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving break - No school
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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