Serving 1,023 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Marley Park Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% 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: 1,023 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Reading Proficiency: 51%
- Attendance Zone: Marley Park Elementary serves the southeast part of Surprise, AZ, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marley Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Marley Park Elementary School's student population of 1,023 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,023 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Marley Park Elementary 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)51%
39%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mavericks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Marley Park Elementary School often compared to?
Marley Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Legacy Traditional School - Surprise by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Marley Park Elementary School?
1,023 students attend Marley Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Marley Park Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marley Park Elementary School?
Marley Park Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marley Park Elementary School offer ?
Marley Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marley Park Elementary School part of?
Marley Park Elementary School is part of Dysart Unified District (4243).
In what neighborhood is Marley Park Elementary School located?
Marley Park Elementary School is located in the Marley Park neighborhood of Surprise, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Marley Park.
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