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Marshall Ranch Elementary School

Elementary School · Peoria Unified School District (4237)

12995 N MARSHALL RANCH DR, Glendale, AZ 85304

Enrollment

690

Student-Teacher

17.2:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,434 of 2,006

In Glendale

#51 of 82

public schools

In district

#30 of 42

Peoria Unified School District (4237)

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Marshall Ranch Elementary School

5.2/10

Elementary School in Glendale · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.2/10

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About Marshall Ranch Elementary School

Marshall Ranch Elementary School is a public elementary school in Glendale, AZ, part of Peoria Unified School District (4237). Marshall Ranch Elementary School serves approximately 690 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Marshall Ranch Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,434 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Marshall Ranch Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

39% of students at Marshall Ranch Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,026
Chronic Absenteeism39.3%

Marshall Ranch Elementary School — Students at Marshall Ranch Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
69%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
43%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
43%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.5/10.

How Marshall Ranch Elementary School Compares

See how Marshall Ranch Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
29th percentile in AZ
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

12995 N MARSHALL RANCH DR, Glendale, AZ 85304

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marshall Ranch Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Legacy Traditional School - Glendale (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arroyo Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Copperwood School (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Desert Palms Elementary School Glendale 0.7 mi 4.2
Ironwood High School Glendale 0.6 mi 6.7
Desert Valley Elementary School Glendale 0.9 mi 5.5
Kachina Elementary School Glendale 1.1 mi 4.7
Peoria eCampus Peoria 1.1 mi 5.9
GARY K. HERBERGER YOUNG SCHOLARS ACADEMY Glendale 1.2 mi 6.4
Sweetwater School Glendale 1.3 mi 6.9
Sunburst School Glendale 1.5 mi 6.1
Copperwood School Glendale 1.5 mi 7.4
Heritage School Glendale 1.7 mi 5.0
SUNRISE MONTESSORI SCHOOL SOUTH Glendale 1.6 mi
Arroyo Elementary School Glendale 1.5 mi 7.5
Pioneer Elementary School Glendale 1.6 mi 6.2
Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School Glendale 1.7 mi 5.2
Legacy Traditional School - Glendale Glendale 1.6 mi 8.2
LITTLE SCHOLARS ACADEMY Peoria 1.6 mi
ACES-PEORIA Peoria 1.5 mi 7.3
Cactus High School Glendale 2.0 mi 6.5
West-MEC Glendale Community College Glendale 2.1 mi
GCC Early Childhood Learning Lab Glendale 2.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,976

Median Home Value

$345,400

Median Rent

$1,401/mo

Population

29,745

College Educated

24.3%

Homeownership

80.5%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

40

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marshall Ranch Elementary School

What grades does Marshall Ranch Elementary School serve?

Marshall Ranch Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Marshall Ranch Elementary School?

Marshall Ranch Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 690 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marshall Ranch Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Marshall Ranch Elementary School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marshall Ranch Elementary School rank in AZ?

Marshall Ranch Elementary School ranks #1,434 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Marshall Ranch Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Marshall Ranch Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Marshall Ranch Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marshall Ranch Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Marshall Ranch Elementary School a charter school?

No, Marshall Ranch Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Marshall Ranch Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Marshall Ranch Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
690
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.3%

District

Peoria Unified School District (4237)
District Enrollment
35,466
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,026
District Rank
#30 of 42

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