For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,642 students in Marana, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in Marana, AZ are A. C. E., Marana High School and Mcat High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marana, AZ public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in Marana have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Marana, AZ public high school have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Marana High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Marana, AZ (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
A. C. E.
(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
Gr: 7-12
Rank: #22.
Marana High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12000 W Emigh Rd
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 616-6400
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 616-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 2,437 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Mcat High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13650 N Mcduff Rd Ste 128
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 682-4773
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
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 352-5833
Gr: 9-12
Marana, 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
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 744-2484
Gr: K-8 | 92 students Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Marana, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in Marana, AZ include A. C. E., Marana High School and Mcat High School.
How many public high schools are located in Marana?
5 public high schools are located in Marana.
What is the racial composition of students in Marana?
Marana public high schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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