Serving 941 students in grades 7-8, Marana Middle 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 23% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 941 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marana Middle School's student population of 941 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
941 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marana Middle 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 Marana Middle School 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
#1125 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
41%
49%
Black
2%
6%
White
50%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Freddy Falcon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marana Middle School's ranking?
Marana Middle School is ranked #1125 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Marana Middle School often compared to?
Marana Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tortolita Middle School, Flowing Wells Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Marana Middle School?
941 students attend Marana Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Marana Middle School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marana Middle School?
Marana Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marana Middle School offer ?
Marana Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marana Middle School part of?
Marana Middle School is part of Marana Unified District (4404).
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