Average
#3972 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 42% in state
Paramount High
High School · Paramount Unified
14429 South Downey Ave., Paramount, CA 90723
Enrollment
3,547
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
3,547
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,972 of 9,539
In Paramount
#4 of 14
public schools
In district
#7 of 18
Paramount Unified
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Paramount High
Paramount High is a public high school in Paramount, CA, part of Paramount Unified. Paramount High serves approximately 3,547 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Paramount High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,972 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Paramount High show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Paramount High is a large school: 3,547 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Score Breakdown
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Paramount High — Students at Paramount High score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Paramount High Compares
See how Paramount High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
14429 South Downey Ave., Paramount, CA 90723
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Paramount High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST PIUS X - ST. MATTHIAS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Downey), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST PIUS-ST. MATTHIAS ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Downy), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Paramount, see our Paramount schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Harry Wirtz Elementary Paramount | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Paramount Park Middle Paramount | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Paramount Virtual Academy Paramount | 0.5 mi | — |
| Paramount Unified Community Day Paramount | 0.5 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL Paramount | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Our Lady of the Rosary School Paramount | 0.5 mi | — |
| Jefferson Elementary Paramount | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Abraham Lincoln Paramount | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Paramount | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Albert Baxter Elementary Bellflower | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| KID TOWN USA PRESCHOOL-MONTESSORI ACADEMY South Gate | 0.9 mi | — |
| Alondra Middle Paramount | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Ward (E. W.) Elementary Downey | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Major Lynn Mokler Paramount | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| ST PIUS-ST. MATTHIAS ACADEMY Downy | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| ST PIUS X - ST. MATTHIAS HIGH SCHOOL Downey | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Adventist Union School Bellflower | 1.2 mi | — |
| Howard Tanner Paramount | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| ADVENTIST UNION SCHOOL Bellflower | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| St. Pius X St. Matthias Academy Downey | 1.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90723 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,912
Median Home Value
$500,400
Median Rent
$1,772/mo
Population
52,546
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
43.4%
Avg Commute
28.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
33.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bell Gardens High Bell Gardens, CA | 6.8 |
| Burroughs High Burbank, CA | 6.8 |
| Chaparral High Temecula, CA | 6.8 |
| Franklin High Elk Grove, CA | 6.8 |
| Golden Valley High Bakersfield, CA | 6.8 |
| James C. Enochs High Modesto, CA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Paramount High
What grades does Paramount High serve?
Paramount High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Paramount High?
Paramount High has an enrollment of approximately 3,547 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Paramount High?
The student-teacher ratio at Paramount High is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Paramount High rank in CA?
Paramount High ranks #3,972 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Paramount High's MySchoolScout rating?
Paramount High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Paramount High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Paramount High has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Paramount High a charter school?
No, Paramount High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Paramount High a Title I school?
No, Paramount High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Paramount High?
94.4% of students at Paramount High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 3,547
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 183
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.2%
- Phone
- (562) 602-6067
- 4-Year Graduation
- 88.0%
Resources & Links
District
Paramount Unified- District Enrollment
- 12,042
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,321
- District Rank
- #7 of 18
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