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#1221 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Paraclete High School
High School
42145 30TH ST W, Lancaster, CA 93536
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
5.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
5.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,221 of 1,787
In Lancaster
#7 of 8
public schools
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Paraclete High School
High School in Lancaster · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Paraclete High School
Paraclete High School is a private high school in Lancaster, CA. Paraclete High School serves approximately 548 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Paraclete High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,221 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Paraclete High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Paraclete High School compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Lancaster, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Paraclete High School (this school) | 5.7 |
| SOAR High (Students On Academic Rise) | 7.5 |
| Desert Sands Charter | 4.8 |
| Lancaster High | 3.8 |
| Assurance Learning Academy | 3.7 |
| Mission Academy | 3.6 |
| Empower Generations | 3.0 |
| Antelope Valley High | 5.1 |
| Desert Winds Continuation High | 3.7 |
| Phoenix High Community Day | 6.5 |
| Eastside High | 4.2 |
| Antelope Valley Learning Academy | 3.9 |
| Mission View Public | 4.9 |
| Vista Real Charter High | 4.7 |
| Paseo Grande Charter | 2.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
42145 30TH ST W, Lancaster, CA 93536
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Paraclete High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SOAR High (Students On Academic Rise) (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Desert Sands Charter (rated 4.8/10, 2.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Paraclete High School Lancaster | 0.0 mi | — |
| Valley View Elementary Lancaster | 0.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Nancy Cory Elementary Lancaster | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary Lancaster | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| SOAR High (Students On Academic Rise) Lancaster | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Esperanza Elementary Palmdale | 2.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Quartz Hill Elementary Quartz Hill | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Small Wonders Preschool & Learning Center Quartz Hill | 2.0 mi | — |
| DESERT MONTESSORI ACADEMY Lancaster | 2.1 mi | — |
| West Wind Elementary Lancaster | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Academy of Divergent Learners Quartz Hill | 2.1 mi | — |
| Rancho Vista Elementary Palmdale | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Eduventuring Academy PSP Quartz Hill | 2.3 mi | — |
| Stewart Family Homestead Palmdale | 2.6 mi | — |
| Hillview Middle Palmdale | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Endeavour Middle Lancaster | 2.5 mi | 3.3 |
| CROSSWIND COMM CHURCH-ADVENTURELAND PRESCHOOL Palmdale | 2.3 mi | — |
| Amargosa Creek Middle Lancaster | 2.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Desert Sands Charter Lancaster | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Gregg Anderson Academy Palmdale | 2.8 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93536 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,927
Median Home Value
$484,900
Median Rent
$1,946/mo
Population
72,013
College Educated
26.5%
Homeownership
69.3%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
36.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Paraclete High School
What grades does Paraclete High School serve?
Paraclete High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Paraclete High School?
Paraclete High School has an enrollment of approximately 548 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Paraclete High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Paraclete High School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Paraclete High School rank in CA?
Paraclete High School ranks #1,221 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Paraclete High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Paraclete High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Paraclete High School a private school?
Yes, Paraclete High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Paraclete High School a religious school?
Paraclete High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 548
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (661) 943-3255
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