Paradise Honors High School is a high school in Surprise, Arizona. It is operated by Paradise Education Centers, an Arizona Honors holder that also runs an elementary and middle school.
Serving 1,028 students in grades 9-12, Paradise Honors High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,028 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Paradise Honors High School's student population of 1,028 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,028 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Colors
White, Black, Royal blue, Silver
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Paradise Honors High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paradise Honors High School is 0.56, 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
#406 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
22%
49%
Black
5%
6%
White
62%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Foreign Culture ClubNHS
Student CouncilYoung Life
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClubDrama 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 #406 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
1,028 students attend Paradise Honors High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Paradise Honors High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paradise Honors High School?
Paradise Honors High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Paradise Honors High School offer ?
Paradise Honors High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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