Very Good
#106 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 12% of private schools
Paragon Preparatory Inc
Elementary School
5206 BALCONES DR, Austin, TX 78731
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#106 of 883
In Austin
#7 of 57
public schools
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About Paragon Preparatory Inc
Paragon Preparatory Inc is a private elementary school in Austin, TX. Paragon Preparatory Inc serves approximately 170 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Paragon Preparatory Inc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #106 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 170 students, Paragon Preparatory Inc is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.7:1 students to teachers, Paragon Preparatory Inc sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Paragon Preparatory Inc 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 Paragon Preparatory Inc compares to 217 public schools serving similar grades in Austin, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Paragon Preparatory Inc (this school) | 7.8 |
| HIGHLAND PARK EL | 8.7 |
| GULLETT EL | 9.0 |
| LAMAR MIDDLE | 8.1 |
| MURCHISON MIDDLE | 6.6 |
| DOSS EL | 9.1 |
| BRENTWOOD EL | 8.8 |
| TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED | 3.0 |
| ROSEDALE | 6.7 |
| BRYKER WOODS EL | 8.9 |
| CASIS EL | 8.9 |
| REILLY EL | 8.2 |
| HELPING HAND | — |
| WOOTEN EL | 4.2 |
| BRIDGE POINT EL | 9.1 |
| PILLOW EL | 3.4 |
| BURNET MIDDLE | 2.8 |
| HILL EL | 8.3 |
| RIDGETOP EL | 9.0 |
| BROWN EL | 2.7 |
| WEBB MIDDLE | 2.3 |
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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 TX.
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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 TX
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
5206 BALCONES DR, Austin, TX 78731
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Paragon Preparatory Inc may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DOSS EL (rated 9.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GULLETT EL (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRYKER WOODS EL (rated 8.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HIGHLAND PARK EL Austin | 0.3 mi | 8.7 |
| GULLETT EL Austin | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| ST THERESAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Austin | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| MURCHISON MIDDLE Austin | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| LAMAR MIDDLE Austin | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| CAPITOL SCHOOL OF AUSTIN Austin | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| DOSS EL Austin | 1.5 mi | 9.1 |
| NORTHWEST MONTESSORI HOUSE, INC Austin | 1.4 mi | — |
| AUSTIN JEWISH ACADEMY Austin | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| HUNTINGTON-SURREY HIGH SCHOOL Austin | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED Austin | 1.8 mi | 3.0 |
| BRENTWOOD EL Austin | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| ACE ACADEMY Austin | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| ROSEDALE Austin | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| BRYKER WOODS EL Austin | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| CASIS EL Austin | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| MCCALLUM H S Austin | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| RAWSON-SAUNDERS-AUSTIN AREA SCHOOL FOR DYSLEXICS Austin | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| THE MAGELLAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Austin | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| ST LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Austin | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78731 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,886
Median Home Value
$839,500
Median Rent
$1,673/mo
Population
27,136
College Educated
78.5%
Homeownership
53.4%
Avg Commute
19.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
41.7
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| ILM ACADEMY Houston, TX | 7.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Paragon Preparatory Inc
What grades does Paragon Preparatory Inc serve?
Paragon Preparatory Inc serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Paragon Preparatory Inc?
Paragon Preparatory Inc has an enrollment of approximately 170 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Paragon Preparatory Inc?
The student-teacher ratio at Paragon Preparatory Inc is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Paragon Preparatory Inc rank in TX?
Paragon Preparatory Inc ranks #106 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Paragon Preparatory Inc's MySchoolScout rating?
Paragon Preparatory Inc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Paragon Preparatory Inc a private school?
Yes, Paragon Preparatory Inc is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Paragon Preparatory Inc a religious school?
No, Paragon Preparatory Inc is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 170
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Travis County
- Phone
- (512) 459-5040
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