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 2,429 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 41% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). 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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,429 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Marana High School's student population of 2,429 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,429 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Year Founded
1975
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marana High School 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 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
#750 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
38%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
52%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tony The Tiger Mascot
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marana High School's ranking?
Marana High School is ranked #750 out of 1,956 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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 90%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Marana High School?
2,429 students attend Marana High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Marana High School students are White, 38% 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 District.
School Reviews
1 1/5/2021
The principal and teachers are bullies and allow kids with special needs to get picked on so they do not have to actually work.
1 1/20/2020
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
4 12/27/2018
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!
Review Marana High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Texas Schools: The Voucher/School Choice Debate
The issue of school choice and a voucher system is currently being revisited in Houston and across the state of Texas, with strong opinions on both sides of the debate.
Fuel Up to Play 60 Focuses on Integrating Fitness and Wellness into the School Day
What if NFL players came to your school? With the Fuel Up to Play 60 program, sponsored by the National Dairy Council and the NFL, nutrition and exercise are promoted during the school day. NFL players participate in the program by coming to schools and talking to students about fitness. Learn more about the program and some of the schools that are implementing it.
What Parents Need to Know About Lunch Shaming
Students all over the nation go hungry every day not because their schools don’t offer lunch, but because they refuse them to children with outstanding debts. Read on to learn about the horror that is lunch shaming and what can be done about it.
