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Best Paradise Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 816 students in Paradise, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Paradise, CA are Children's Community Charter, Paradise Ridge Elementary School and Paradise Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Paradise, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Paradise have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Paradise, CA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Children's Community Charter
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
6830 Pentz Rd
Paradise, CA 95969
(530) 877-2227
Gr: K-8 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Paradise Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
6593 Pentz Rd.
Paradise, CA 95969
(530) 872-6415
Gr: K-6 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Paradise Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 33% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
588 Pearson Rd.
Paradise, CA 95969
(530) 872-6415
Gr: K-5
Rank: #44.
Hometech Charter
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
6249 Skyway
Paradise, CA 95969
(530) 872-1171
Gr: K-12 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #55.
Paradise Elearning Academy
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5911 Maxwell Dr.
Paradise, CA 95969
(530) 872-6425
Gr: K-12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Paradise, California

Paradise, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Children's Community Charter (Closed 2021)
Charter School
6830 Pentz Rd.
Paradise, CA 95969
(530) 877-2227
Gr: K-8 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Hometech Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
6249 Skyway
Paradise, CA 95969
(530) 872-1171
Gr: K-12
Honey Run Academy Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
622 Pearson Rd.
Paradise, CA 95969
(530) 872-6461
Gr: 4-6
Honey Run Academy Secondary (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
622 Pearson Rd.
Paradise, CA 95969
(530) 872-6461
Gr: 7-12
Paradise Adult (Closed 2013)
622 Pearson Rd
Paradise, CA 95969
(530) 872-6424
Ponderosa Elementary School (Closed 2025)
6593 Pentz Rd.
Paradise, CA 95969
(530) 872-6470
Gr: K-5

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Paradise, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Paradise, CA include Children's Community Charter, Paradise Ridge Elementary School and Paradise Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Paradise?
5 public elementary schools are located in Paradise.
What is the racial composition of students in Paradise?
Paradise public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Paradise are often viewed compared to one another?

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