Best Schools in Paradise, California
11 schools · 2 Elementary · 2 Middle · 5 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Paradise?
Use this page to compare every school in Paradise by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Paradise Junior High
Middle · Paradise Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Children's Community Charter
Elementary · Children's Community Charter District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Paradise Senior High
High · Paradise Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Paradise for 2026 are Paradise Junior High (8.1/10), Children's Community Charter (8.0/10), and Paradise Senior High (7.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
11
8 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$448,250
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
11
8 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$448,250
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Rates 8.1/10 despite 72% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.9 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Paradise schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +3.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Paradise schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Paradise
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 rated schools; 11 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paradise Junior High | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Children's Community Charter | 8.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Paradise Senior High | 7.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Paradise Charter Middle | 7.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Paradise Ridge Elementary | 6.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Hometech Charter | 5.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Paradise Elearning Academy | 5.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Ridgeview High (continuation) | 4.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $68,800
- Median home value
- $448,250
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 36%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 62%
44% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Paradise compares
California rank
#222 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.3
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$69k
69% of California median
Schools in this city
9
Paradise Unified runs 63% of Paradise's public schools
Paradise touches 4 districts, but Paradise Unified is the one most addresses actually attend.
Paradise Unified accounts for 5 of 8 public schools (63%). The other 3 districts hold the remaining 3.
Among 8 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.8 to 8.1 — the spread is inside Paradise, not a citywide average.
- Paradise Unified5 public · 63%
- Children's Community Charter District1 public · 13%
- Hometech Charter District1 public · 13%
- Paradise Charter Middle District1 public · 13%
About Schools in Paradise, California
Paradise, California is home to 11 schools, including 8 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 5 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Paradise show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Paradise is Paradise Junior High with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Paradise is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 2,125 students.
Paradise's community shows 36% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $68,800. The poverty rate in the area is 20.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 203 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 446 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.0 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 175 students · 7th–8th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 144 students · 6th–8th | 7.5 |
High Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 506 students · 9th–12th | 7.6 | ||
| 2 | 53 students · 9th–12th | 4.8 | ||
Private Schools3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 61 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | The Progressive SchoolhousePrivate 8 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | Paradise Adventist AcademyPrivate 53 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 121 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.7 |
| 2 | 46 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.2 |
Schools in Paradise
Paradise, California · 11 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$68,800
Median Home Value
$448,250
Median Rent
$1,332/mo
Population
45,337
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
20.0%
Community Profile
Paradise has a median household income of $68,800. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $448,250, with a median rent of $1,332/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.0%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 5
- Other
- 2
Resources
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Paradise, California
How many schools are in Paradise, California?
Paradise has 11 schools, including 8 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Paradise, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Paradise is 6.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Paradise, California?
The top-ranked school in Paradise on MySchoolScout is Paradise Junior High with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Paradise, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Paradise on MySchoolScout is Children's Community Charter with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Paradise, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Paradise on MySchoolScout is Paradise Junior High with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best high school in Paradise, California?
The top-ranked high school in Paradise on MySchoolScout is Paradise Senior High with a composite score of 7.6/10.
How many school districts serve Paradise, California?
Paradise is served by 4 school districts: Children's Community Charter District, Paradise Charter Middle District, Hometech Charter District, Paradise Unified.
What is the education level in Paradise, California?
According to Census data, 36% of adults in Paradise have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Paradise, California?
The median household income in Paradise is approximately $68,800 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Paradise, California?
Yes, Paradise has 3 private schools alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is Paradise Adventist Elementary School with a score of 6.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Paradise, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Paradise is 16.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Paradise, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.