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Marana Unified District (4404)

Arizona · Public School District
20
Schools
12,823
Students
$11,246
Per-Pupil Spend
-22% nat'l
36.7%
Free Lunch Rate
-15pp vs nat'l
89.0%
Graduation Rate
+2.5pp vs nat'l
District Overview

Marana Unified District (4404) is a public school district in Arizona serving 12,823 students across 20 schools. It includes 12 elementary, 2 middle, 4 high schools. Its graduation rate of 89.0% is near the national average of 86.5%. Per-pupil spending of $11,246 is below the national average for a US public school district. 37% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. Opportunity scores across its schools are limited, with a district median of 40/100.

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All Schools (20)
Middle Schools2 schools
SchoolGradesStudents
Marana Middle School07–08907
Tortolita Middle School07–08539
High Schools4 schools
SchoolGradesStudents
A. C. E.07–121
Marana High School09–122,379
MCAT High School09–12181
Mountain View High School09–121,831
Other Schools2 schools
SchoolGradesStudents
Marana Distance LearningKG–1253
MUSD Early Learning and Resource CenterPK–PK161
District Finances
Per-Pupil Expenditure$11,246-22% nat'l avg
National avg $14,347
Revenue Sources
43%
42%
State
43.4%
Local (property tax)
42.4%
Federal
14.2%

Funding is shared between state (43%) and local sources (42%), with limited federal reliance.

Source: NCES F-33 School District Finance Survey. District-level data.
District Snapshot
20
Schools
12,823
Students
37%
Free Lunch
$11K
Per-Pupil
Graduation Rate89.0%
Opportunity Score40/100
StateArizona →
School Rankings
Strengths & Considerations
Range of school options
With 20 schools, families have meaningful choice across programs and grade levels.
Below-average per-pupil spending
At $11,246, spending is 22% below the national average — which can limit staffing and resources.
Location
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Marana Unified District (4404)?
Marana Unified District (4404) has 20 public schools, serving a total of 12,823 students.
What is the graduation rate for Marana Unified District (4404)?
The graduation rate is 89.0%, which is above the national average of 86.5%.
How much does Marana Unified District (4404) spend per student?
Marana Unified District (4404) spends $11,246 per pupil — 22% below the national average of $14,347.
What percentage of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch in Marana Unified District (4404)?
37% of students in Marana Unified District (4404) qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, compared to the national rate of 52.2%.
Are there charter schools in Marana Unified District (4404)?
No, Marana Unified District (4404) does not currently include any charter schools.
What grade levels does Marana Unified District (4404) serve?
Marana Unified District (4404) serves grades PK through 12, covering elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the opportunity score for Marana Unified District (4404)?
The median opportunity score across schools in Marana Unified District (4404) is 40/100. The national median is 50/100. Opportunity scores reflect long-term economic mobility prospects for children who grow up in these communities.
About This Data

All figures on this page come directly from US federal open datasets — NCES Common Core of Data, EDFacts, and the Opportunity Atlas — and we work hard to keep them accurate and up to date. That said, federal data is published on an annual cycle, so some figures may not yet reflect the very latest school-year changes or local updates. We recommend using this page as a helpful starting point and cross-checking with the school or district directly, or visiting the NCES Common Core of Data and ed.gov for the most authoritative figures before making any important decisions.