Serving 747 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Gladden Farms Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gladden Farms Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Gladden Farms Elementary School's student population of 747 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
747 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gladden Farms Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gladden Farms Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#393 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
40%
48%
Black
1%
6%
White
54%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gladden Farms Elementary School's ranking?
Gladden Farms Elementary School is ranked #393 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Gladden Farms Elementary School often compared to?
Gladden Farms Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leman Academy Of Excellence, Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Gladden Farms Elementary School?
747 students attend Gladden Farms Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Gladden Farms Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gladden Farms Elementary School?
Gladden Farms Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gladden Farms Elementary School offer ?
Gladden Farms Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gladden Farms Elementary School part of?
Gladden Farms Elementary School is part of Marana Unified District (4404) School District.
In what neighborhood is Gladden Farms Elementary School located?
Gladden Farms Elementary School is located in the Gladden Farms neighborhood of Marana, AZ.
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