Serving 129 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Marana Distance Learning ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 129 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marana Distance Learning's student population of 129 students has grown by 98% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
129 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Marana Distance Learning is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
42%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
47%
35%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
76%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marana Distance Learning?
The graduation rate of Marana Distance Learning is 20%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Marana Distance Learning?
129 students attend Marana Distance Learning.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Marana Distance Learning students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Marana Distance Learning offer ?
Marana Distance Learning offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Marana Distance Learning part of?
Marana Distance Learning is part of Marana Unified District (4404) School District.
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