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 (2026)
- 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%
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
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%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)51%
39%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
35%
49%
Black
5%
6%
White
51%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mavericks
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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