Serving 1,084 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Marley Park Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher 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 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,084 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Math Proficiency: 45%
- Reading Proficiency: 51%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marley Park Elementary School's student population of 1,084 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,084 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Marley Park Elementary School is 0.61, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)51%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
32%
47%
Black
4%
6%
White
54%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Marley Park Elementary School often compared to?
Marley Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Legacy Traditional School - Surprise by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Marley Park Elementary School?
1,084 students attend Marley Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Marley Park Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marley Park Elementary School?
Marley Park Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marley Park Elementary School offer ?
Marley Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Marley Park Elementary School part of?
Marley Park Elementary School is part of Dysart Unified District (4243) School District.
In what neighborhood is Marley Park Elementary School located?
Marley Park Elementary School is located in the Marley Park neighborhood of Surprise, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Marley Park.
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