Serving 742 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Gladden Farms Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gladden Farms Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Gladden Farms Elementary School's student population of 742 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
742 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Gladden Farms Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gladden Farms Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#360 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
42%
49%
Black
2%
6%
White
50%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gladden Farms Elementary School's ranking?
Gladden Farms Elementary School is ranked #360 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Gladden Farms Elementary School often compared to?
Gladden Farms Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leman Academy Of Excellence, Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Gladden Farms Elementary School?
742 students attend Gladden Farms Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Gladden Farms Elementary School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gladden Farms Elementary School?
Gladden Farms Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gladden Farms Elementary School offer ?
Gladden Farms Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gladden Farms Elementary School part of?
Gladden Farms Elementary School is part of Marana Unified District (4404).
In what neighborhood is Gladden Farms Elementary School located?
Gladden Farms Elementary School is located in the Gladden Farms neighborhood of Marana, AZ.
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