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Paragon Science Academy

#10 in Best High Schools for STEM in Arizona
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Charter
  • K-12
  • Chandler, AZ
  • 22 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A
    2. Diversity
      A+
    3. Teachers
      A-
    4. College Prep
      A
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C+
    6. Health & Safety
      A
    7. Administration
      B+
    8. Sports
      C
    9. Food
      C+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B-
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    Paragon Science Academy is a top rated, public, charter school located in Chandler, AZ. It has 519 students in grades K-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 9 to 1. According to state test scores, 74% of students are at least proficient in math and 71% in reading.
    Address
    2975 W Linda Ln.
    Chandler, AZ 85224
    Telephone
    (480) 814-1600
    Website
    sonoranschools.org/paragon

    Paragon Science Academy Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    71%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    74%
    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1330
    19 responses
    Average ACT
    —
    AP Enrollment
    60%
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    Living in the Area
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C+
    2. Good for Families
      A
    3. Housing
      B+
    Area Feel
    Dense Suburban
    Median Household Income
    $77,278
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,198
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $268,000
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    86%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.7 responses
    Poll
    71%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.7 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 18 responses
    Report
    • Spirit Week
      28%
    • Student Teacher Basketball Game
      28%
    • Soccer Games!
      11%
    • Spirit Week
      11%
    • Teacher Appreciation Week
      11%
    • Turkish Folk Dance
      11%

    Students

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    519
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    42%
    100%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.7 responses
    57%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.7 responses
    14%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.7 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    9:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    —
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    3.9%
    57%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.7 responses
    86%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.7 responses
    71%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.7 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Low
    Expenses Per Student
    —
    National
    $12,239
    50%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.8 responses
    13%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.8 responses
    50%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.8 responses
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    Paragon Science Academy Reviews

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    Paragon Science Academy is a very nice school to be enrolled in. The teachers are helpful and caring, the school is diverse, and the environment is relaxing. The only problem for me was that they didn't offer a lot of online classes and that we had to take some classes that we don't really need. Also there aren't that many clubs or sport activities. Other then that, I would recommend parents to take there kids to Paragon!
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    Have been attending PSA for 4 years, overall school experience was okay, not the best. The education is pretty good in the STEM categories, but the classes for art(since only one year of art is required to graduate, it is offered in junior year, i really liked this class) and music, and anything to do with sports besides soccer and basketball are not that great. The school is pretty small but there is a lot of diversity when it comes to the students. The staff is mostly friendly, and some of the teachers are exceptional, some not as great.
    Honestly, Paragon Science Academy is crazy, in a good way of course. It it probably one of the most diverse schools you will see in the entire state of Arizona. The atmosphere is great and friendly and the teachers are also great and they care for you. It is a charter school and there are only around 400 kids in the school. You can get to know the teachers on a personal level and they can help you at anytime. Everyone is friends with everyone.