Marana High School is one of three high schools operated by the Marana Unified School District for the town of Marana, Arizona. It was established in 1975.
Serving 2,437 students in grades 9-12, Marana High School 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 32% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marana High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Marana, AZ, covering approximately 481.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 12.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 23.3 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marana High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Marana High School's student population of 2,437 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,437 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1975
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower Students to Engage in Our Community and Innovate in Their World
School Rankings
Marana High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marana High School is 0.59, 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
#783 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
41%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.3%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Tony The Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marana High School's ranking?
Marana High School is ranked #783 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Marana High School often compared to?
Marana High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain View High School, Flowing Wells High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marana High School?
The graduation rate of Marana High School is 93%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Marana High School?
2,437 students attend Marana High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Marana High School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marana High School?
Marana High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marana High School offer ?
Marana High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marana High School part of?
Marana High School is part of Marana Unified District (4404).
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
Wanted to tell the music teacher that their concert last night was awesome! What talent among your students. It left me uplifted and happy that I drove from Willcox to see the program. Well done!
1 10/10/2025
This is the worse school for your child to attend for education if you can, keep them away from this school education is not good and seem to me they just push your child through school no matter what grades and as far as college lucky if they can make college if education is out of this school district
1 10/10/2025
The principal and teachers are bullies and allow kids with special needs to get picked on so they do not have to actually work.
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