Paragon Prep Middle School

2001 W Koenig Lane, Austin, TX, 78756-0787
Tel: (512)459-5040
Grades: 3 - 8 | 162 students
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Many parents and educators agree that middle school can be the pivotal period in a child's academic experience. With the ever increasing peer pressure and challenges outside of the classroom, students may become unfocused or lost altogether during this critical time. Paragon provides an alternative that is distinct among private schools in the area. Paragon focuses strictly on middle school. Paragon has designed a program that fills a need for a limited private school experience for families that are not considering a twelve year financial commitment to private schooling. The curriculum is designed in such a way that Paragon students returning to public schools after the eighth grade will be exceptionally prepared to enter either regular or honors programs. Paragon's Educational Team has outstanding credentials in academic fields ranging from economics to theater. They also have extensive experience working with middle school students and are committed to making the middle school experience at Paragon Prep one that reflects excellence in every way.

School Overview:
Paragon Prep Middle School
School Type School with Special Program Emphasis
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 3 - 8
Year Founded 1997
Student Body
Total Students 162 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 10% (TX School Avg.: 37%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 17:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 70%
Average Class Size 16 students
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Matriculation Data Link to Matriculation Data
Classroom dress code Casual
(khaki pants or shorts, collared shirts, closed-toed shoes)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Dec. 1 / Feb. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $11,250
Acceptance Rate 35%
Admissions Director David McGrath
Admissions Associate Monica Lopez
Sports
Total Sports Offered 8 sports
Sports
Basketball Flag Football
Golf Soccer
Swimming Tennis
Track and Field Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 6 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
Art Chess Club
Girls Empowerment Club Latin Club
Math Club Student Senate

School Notes:

  • Paragon provides a dynamic, fun, and stimulating environment in exchange for a student and parental commitment to excellence. It is this partnership that makes Paragon Prep a success and an unforgettable experience for everyone involved. Paragon produces students who are well-rounded, inquisitive, thoughtful, concerned for others, devoted to (and knowledgeable about) democratic and entrepreneurial principals. Paragon strives to inspire students to become articulate, ethical, and eager for further learning. At Paragon Prep, students are involved in a variety of academic competitions, clubs and class trips that are both educational and culturally enriching. Students are introduced to standardized test-taking strategies (SAT, ACT) and advanced study skills. Eligible students are involved in the Duke Talent Identification Program and all students become proficient in the use of technology via projects requiring Internet research and multimedia presentations. At Paragon, students are given a truly comprehensive educational experience.

    • Profile last updated: 08/27/2012

Nearby Schools:

Paragon Prep Middle School
Gr. 3-8 | 0 mi. away
Capitol School Of Austin
Gr. PK-4 | 0 mi. away
The Children's School
Gr. K-5 | 0.8 mi. away
Huntington-surrey High School
Gr. 9-12 | 1.1 mi. away
Austin Montessori Great Northern Campus
Gr. K-4 | 1.2 mi. away
St Louis School
Gr. K-9 | 1.3 mi. away

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