Paragon Learning Center

Paragon Learning Center is an alternative high school located in Pueblo, Colorado, at 3000 Lakeview Avenue. Serving students from ninth to twelfth grade, the school has an enrollment of 469 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 26.1:1 with 18 full-time equivalent teachers. The academic performance data indicates that Paragon Learning Center is currently focusing on student development, as reflected in its MySchoolScout Rating of 1.6 out of 10 and state ranking of #1826 out of 1831 schools in Colorado.

Students perform at 37% proficiency or above in ELA/Reading and 12% proficiency or above in Math, suggesting there is room for academic growth. Paragon Learning Center is situated within a mid-size city setting, where it plays an important role in providing education to students who thrive in alternative learning environments. The school community offers support and resources tailored to meet the diverse needs of its student body, fostering an inclusive and nurturing atmosphere.

The student-teacher ratio at Paragon Learning Center is 26.1:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Paragon Learning Center is a virtual school, meaning instruction is delivered primarily online. Virtual schools offer flexibility but require strong self-discipline and a reliable home learning environment. Parents should consider whether their child thrives with independent, technology-based learning and ask about the school's approach to student engagement and support.