Serving 16 students in grades 7-12, Paramount Unified Community Day ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paramount Unified Community Day ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Paramount Unified Community Day's student population of 16 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
16 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Paramount Unified Community Day is 0.21, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paramount Unified Community Day?
The graduation rate of Paramount Unified Community Day is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Paramount Unified Community Day?
16 students attend Paramount Unified Community Day.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Paramount Unified Community Day students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paramount Unified Community Day?
Paramount Unified Community Day has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Paramount Unified Community Day offer ?
Paramount Unified Community Day offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Paramount Unified Community Day part of?
Paramount Unified Community Day is part of Paramount Unified School District.
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