Serving 535 students in grades 6-8, Paramount Park Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paramount Park Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Paramount Park Middle School's student population of 535 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
535 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paramount Park Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paramount Park Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6704 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paramount Park Middle School's ranking?
Paramount Park Middle School is ranked #6704 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Paramount Park Middle School often compared to?
Paramount Park Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Paramount Park Middle School?
535 students attend Paramount Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Paramount Park Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paramount Park Middle School?
Paramount Park Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Paramount Park Middle School offer ?
Paramount Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Paramount Park Middle School part of?
Paramount Park Middle School is part of Paramount Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break No School (Paramount Park Events)
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break No School (Paramount Park Events)
April 15, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break No School (Paramount Park Events)
April 16, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break No School (Paramount Park Events)
April 17, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break No School (Paramount Park Events)
April 18, 2025 (Friday)
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