Summary:
The 85653 zip code area in Marana, Arizona is home to 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school, all part of the Marana Unified District. While the district is ranked 210 out of 540 in Arizona and has a 3-star rating, the schools within the 85653 zip code show a wide range of academic performance and socioeconomic factors.
Gladden Farms Elementary stands out as a high-performing school, ranking 262 out of 1,245 Arizona elementary schools with a 4-star rating. It boasts strong test scores, with over 50% of students proficient in English Language Arts and Mathematics. In contrast, Roadrunner Elementary and MCAT High School struggle, with much lower test scores and graduation rates. This disparity seems to correlate with the schools' socioeconomic status, as indicated by the percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, which ranges from 23.83% at Gladden Farms to 72.73% at Roadrunner Elementary.
The data also reveals unique challenges faced by alternative and virtual schools, such as Marana Distance Learning, which has a high dropout rate of 15.2% and low test scores. Overall, the schools in the 85653 zip code area present a complex landscape, with both high-performing and underperforming institutions. Understanding these differences and the factors that contribute to them can inform strategies to improve educational outcomes for all students in the area.
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