Summary:
The city of Marana, Arizona is home to 8 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. These schools serve a diverse student population with varying academic performance and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Among the standout schools in Marana are Dove Mountain K-8, which consistently ranks in the top 15% of Arizona elementary schools, and Gladden Farms Elementary, which ranks in the top 25%. These high-performing schools boast strong test scores, with 50-68% of students proficient in English Language Arts and Math. In contrast, schools like Roadrunner Elementary and Marjorie W Estes Elementary have lower test scores, suggesting a significant gap in academic performance within the district.
The data also reveals a potential correlation between socioeconomic status and academic achievement, with schools serving higher percentages of students from low-income families tending to have lower test scores. Additionally, the alternative and virtual schools in the Marana Unified District, such as MCAT High School and Marana Distance Learning, struggle with significantly lower test scores, graduation rates, and higher dropout rates compared to the traditional public schools. These findings highlight the need to address equity, resource allocation, and the effectiveness of alternative educational models within the Marana school system.
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