For the 2024 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 6,107 students in Marana, AZ.
The top ranked public schools in Marana, AZ are Dove Mountain K-8, A. C. E. and Gladden Farms Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marana, AZ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Arizona public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in Marana have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Marana, AZ (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dove Mountain K-8
(Math: 50% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5650 W Moore Rd
Marana, AZ 85658
(520) 579-4500
Marana, AZ 85658
(520) 579-4500
Grades: PK-8
| 878 students
Rank: #22.
A. C. E.
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11279 W Grier Rd
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 682-4773
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 682-4773
Grades: 7-12
| 10 students
Rank: #33.
Gladden Farms Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11745 W Gladden Farms Dr
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 682-1180
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 682-1180
Grades: PK-6
| 680 students
Rank: #44.
Marana Distance Learning
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11279 W Grier Rd # 115a
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 682-3243
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 682-3243
Grades: K-12
| 129 students
Rank: #55.
Marana Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11279 W Grier Rd # 105
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 682-4730
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 682-4730
Grades: 7-8
| 975 students
Rank: #66.
Open Doors Community School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13644 N. Sandario Rd.
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 744-2484
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 744-2484
Grades: K-8
| 92 students
Rank: #77.
Marjorie W Estes Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11279 W Grier Rd Ste 100
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 682-4738
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 682-4738
Grades: PK-6
| 530 students
Rank: #88.
Marana High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12000 W Emigh Rd
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 616-6400
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 616-6400
Grades: 9-12
| 2,317 students
Rank: #99.
Roadrunner Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
16651 W Calle Carmela
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 616-6363
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 616-6363
Grades: PK-6
| 355 students
Rank: #1010.
Mcat High School
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13650 N Mcduff Rd Ste 128
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 682-4773
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 682-4773
Grades: 9-12
| 141 students
Rank: n/an/a
Pimajted-mcat School
Vocational School
13650 N Mcduff Rd
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 352-5833
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 352-5833
Grades: 10-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Marana, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in Marana, AZ include Dove Mountain K-8, A. C. E. and Gladden Farms Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Marana, AZ?
11 public schools are located in Marana, AZ.
What is the racial composition of students in Marana, AZ?
Marana, AZ public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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