Serving 62 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Marana Distance Learning ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 62 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marana Distance Learning ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Marana Distance Learning's student population of 62 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
62 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marana Distance Learning ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marana Distance Learning 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
#767 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
34%
48%
Black
1%
6%
White
55%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
77%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marana Distance Learning's ranking?
Marana Distance Learning is ranked #767 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marana Distance Learning?
The graduation rate of Marana Distance Learning is 20%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Marana Distance Learning?
62 students attend Marana Distance Learning.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Marana Distance Learning students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Marana Distance Learning offer ?
Marana Distance Learning offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Marana Distance Learning part of?
Marana Distance Learning is part of Marana Unified District (4404) School District.
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