Serving 364 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Paradise Valley Engineering Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paradise Valley Engineering Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Paradise Valley Engineering Academy's student population of 364 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paradise Valley Engineering Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paradise Valley Engineering Academy is 0.67, which is more 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
#2240 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
44%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
35%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paradise Valley Engineering Academy's ranking?
Paradise Valley Engineering Academy is ranked #2240 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Paradise Valley Engineering Academy often compared to?
Paradise Valley Engineering Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Nordstrom Elementary School, Jackson Of Music And Math (Jamm), P. A. Walsh Steam Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Paradise Valley Engineering Academy?
364 students attend Paradise Valley Engineering Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Paradise Valley Engineering Academy students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paradise Valley Engineering Academy?
Paradise Valley Engineering Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Paradise Valley Engineering Academy offer ?
Paradise Valley Engineering Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Paradise Valley Engineering Academy part of?
Paradise Valley Engineering Academy is part of Morgan Hill Unified School District.
School Calendar
View the Paradise Valley Engineering Academy yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School 24/25
August 15, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
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