Serving 530 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Marjorie W Estes Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marjorie W Estes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Marjorie W Estes Elementary School's student population of 530 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marjorie W Estes Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marjorie W Estes Elementary School is 0.57, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1099 out of 1854 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
48%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
45%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marjorie W Estes Elementary School's ranking?
Marjorie W Estes Elementary School is ranked #1099 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Marjorie W Estes Elementary School?
530 students attend Marjorie W Estes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Marjorie W Estes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marjorie W Estes Elementary School?
Marjorie W Estes Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marjorie W Estes Elementary School offer ?
Marjorie W Estes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Marjorie W Estes Elementary School part of?
Marjorie W Estes Elementary School is part of Marana Unified District (4404) School District.
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