Serving 758 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Marionneaux Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 758 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marionneaux Elementary School's student population of 758 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
758 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marionneaux Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marionneaux Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#1198 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
69%
47%
Black
10%
6%
White
18%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marionneaux Elementary School's ranking?
Marionneaux Elementary School is ranked #1198 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Marionneaux Elementary School?
758 students attend Marionneaux Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Marionneaux Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marionneaux Elementary School?
Marionneaux Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marionneaux Elementary School offer ?
Marionneaux Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Marionneaux Elementary School part of?
Marionneaux Elementary School is part of Buckeye Elementary District (4269) School District.
In what neighborhood is Marionneaux Elementary School located?
Marionneaux Elementary School is located in the Dixie Park neighborhood of Buckeye, AZ.
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