Serving 507 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Magma Ranch K8 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 13% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Magma Ranch K8 School serves the northern part of Florence, AZ, covering an attendance area of approximately 148.3 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 17.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Magma Ranch K8 School's student population of 507 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
507 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Magma Ranch K8 School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Magma Ranch K8 School is 0.62, 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
#1528 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
51%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.5%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Blue
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magma Ranch K8 School's ranking?
Magma Ranch K8 School is ranked #1528 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Magma Ranch K8 School often compared to?
Magma Ranch K8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Florence K-8, Copper Basin by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Magma Ranch K8 School?
507 students attend Magma Ranch K8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Magma Ranch K8 School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Magma Ranch K8 School?
Magma Ranch K8 School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Magma Ranch K8 School offer ?
Magma Ranch K8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Magma Ranch K8 School part of?
Magma Ranch K8 School is part of Florence Unified School District (4437).
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
I would not recommend this school if you have a child with special needs or a disability of any kind. Poor communication among Administration and Teachers, bullying is not dealt with appropriately, incidents that involve bullying are not reported to the parents and parents seem to be left out. Parents need to help their children get through situations and especially when a violent incident happened. Administration with not communicate even simple details about the incident. Privacy is important, I understand but when it comes to bullying the Florence District has a strict policy and Magma Ranch does not seem to follow it.Close Quote
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