Best 85653 Arizona Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 986 students in 85653, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85653, AZ are Marana Distance Learning and Marana Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85653 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85653, AZ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85653, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marana Distance Learning
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
11279 W Grier Rd # 115a
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 682-3243
Gr: K-12 | 62 students Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Marana Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
11279 W Grier Rd # 105
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 682-4730
Gr: 7-8 | 924 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 85653 Arizona

85653, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
11279 W Grier Rd
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 682-4773
Gr: 7-12
13644 N. Sandario Rd.
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 744-2484
Gr: K-8 | 92 students Minority enrollment: 60%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85653, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85653, AZ include Marana Distance Learning and Marana Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85653?
2 public middle schools are located in 85653.
What is the racial composition of students in 85653?
85653 public middle schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

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