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Best 85653 Arizona Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,298 students in 85653, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in 85653, AZ are Gladden Farms Elementary School, A. C. E. and Marana High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85653 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85653, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85653, AZ Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gladden Farms Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
11745 W Gladden Farms Dr
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 682-1180
Gr: PK-6 | 742 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
A. C. E.
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
11279 W Grier Rd
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 682-4773
Gr: 7-12
Rank: #33.
Marana High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
12000 W Emigh Rd
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 616-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 2,437 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #44.
Marana Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
11279 W Grier Rd # 105
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 682-4730
Gr: 7-8 | 941 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #55.
Marjorie W Estes Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
11279 W Grier Rd Ste 100
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 579-5000
Gr: PK-6 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #66.
Roadrunner Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
16651 W Calle Carmela
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 616-6363
Gr: PK-6 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #77.
Mcat High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
13650 N Mcduff Rd Ste 128
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 682-4773
Gr: 9-12 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
Pcjted - Mcat School
Vocational School
13650 N Mcduff Rd
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 352-5833
Gr: 9-12
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 85653 Arizona

85653, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Open Doors Community School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
13644 N. Sandario Rd.
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 744-2484
Gr: K-8 | 92 students Minority enrollment: 60%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 85653, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85653, AZ include Gladden Farms Elementary School, A. C. E. and Marana High School.
How many public schools are located in 85653?
9 public schools are located in 85653.
What is the racial composition of students in 85653?
85653 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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