Serving 601 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Marjorie W Estes Elementary 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 25% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marjorie W Estes Elementary School serves the northeast part of Marana, AZ, covering an attendance area of approximately 75 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marjorie W Estes Elementary School's student population of 601 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
601 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marjorie W Estes Elementary 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 Marjorie W Estes Elementary 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
#1203 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
49%
49%
Black
3%
6%
White
41%
33%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.3%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green & Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marjorie W Estes Elementary School's ranking?
Marjorie W Estes Elementary School is ranked #1203 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Marjorie W Estes Elementary School?
601 students attend Marjorie W Estes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Marjorie W Estes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marjorie W Estes Elementary School?
Marjorie W Estes Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marjorie W Estes Elementary School offer ?
Marjorie W Estes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marjorie W Estes Elementary School part of?
Marjorie W Estes Elementary School is part of Marana Unified District (4404).
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