Paramount Unified School District is a school district headquartered in Paramount, California, United States.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students (23-24)
33 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1953
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
85%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
6%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Paramount Virtual Academy?
33 students attend Paramount Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Paramount Virtual Academy students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Paramount Virtual Academy offer ?
Paramount Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Paramount Virtual Academy part of?
Paramount Virtual Academy is part of Paramount Unified School District.
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