Serving 212 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marion Donaldson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion Donaldson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Marion Donaldson Elementary School's student population of 212 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
212 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Marion Donaldson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion Donaldson 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#645 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
52%
49%
Black
5%
6%
White
34%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Amphitheater Unified District (4406)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Donaldson Elementary School's ranking?
Marion Donaldson Elementary School is ranked #645 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Marion Donaldson Elementary School often compared to?
Marion Donaldson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J Robert Hendricks Elementary School, Eureka Springs High School, Mccorkle Pk-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Marion Donaldson Elementary School?
212 students attend Marion Donaldson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Marion Donaldson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion Donaldson Elementary School?
Marion Donaldson Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marion Donaldson Elementary School offer ?
Marion Donaldson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marion Donaldson Elementary School part of?
Marion Donaldson Elementary School is part of Amphitheater Unified District (4406).
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My son and I are very pleased with this school and we are going to miss it terribly,he is in special education and they have helped him so much thank you for all that you have done for my son.
5 10/10/2025
Absolutely AMAZING staff at this school!!! We switched from home schooling out of state due to a poor experience at public school in our small, rural state to public school at Donaldson. We thought in a good-sized city like Tucson we wouldn't have a good experience, but both of our children love it and are thriving. The staff here are the most caring, compassionate, and nurturing people. We feel so very lucky to have found such a wonderful school so full of people who truly care about their students AND families.
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