Serving 601 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Paragon Science Academy 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 62% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paragon Science Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Paragon Science Academy's student population of 601 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
601 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paragon Science Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paragon Science Academy is 0.74, which is more 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
#295 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
20%
3%
Hispanic
8%
49%
Black
32%
6%
White
34%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paragon Science Academy's ranking?
Paragon Science Academy is ranked #295 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paragon Science Academy?
The graduation rate of Paragon Science Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Paragon Science Academy?
601 students attend Paragon Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Paragon Science Academy students are White, 32% of students are Black, 20% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paragon Science Academy?
Paragon Science Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Paragon Science Academy offer ?
Paragon Science Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paragon Science Academy part of?
Paragon Science Academy is part of Daisy Education Corporation DBA Paragon Science Ac (89917) School District.
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