Serving 916 students in grades 9-12, Paradise Honors High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 916 students
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paradise Honors High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Paradise Honors High School's student population of 916 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
916 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paradise Honors High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paradise Honors High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#220 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
21%
47%
Black
5%
6%
White
64%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Sports
Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Fencing, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volley Ball
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Foreign Culture Club, NHS, Student Council, Young Life
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Drama Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Fencing
Foreign Culture Club, NHS, Student Council, Young Life
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Drama Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Fencing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Students must maintain a "C" or above to receive credit for a course. PHHS does not give credit for "D"s because we do not believe it shows mastery of content. Students that fall below will be placed on an academic intervention plan and given mandatory tutoring until they meet the requirement.
- Students need 24 credits for graduation.
- Students are required to complete 20 hours of community service a year.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paradise Honors High School's ranking?
Paradise Honors High School is ranked #220 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Paradise Honors High School often compared to?
Paradise Honors High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Imagine Prep Surprise by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paradise Honors High School?
The graduation rate of Paradise Honors High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Paradise Honors High School?
916 students attend Paradise Honors High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Paradise Honors High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Paradise Honors High School offer ?
Paradise Honors High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Paradise Honors High School part of?
Paradise Honors High School is part of Paragon Management Inc. (5180) School District.
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