What grades does Gladden Farms Elementary serve?

As a Primary school, Gladden Farms Elementary serves students in MARANA, AZ. The school is administered by Marana Unified District (4404).

Where is Gladden Farms Elementary located?

You can find Gladden Farms Elementary in MARANA, AZ.

What school district is Gladden Farms Elementary in?

Marana Unified District (4404) is the school district for Gladden Farms Elementary in MARANA, AZ. The district oversees 20 schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gladden Farms Elementary?

At Gladden Farms Elementary, there are approximately 16.2 students for every teacher.

How many schools are in Marana Unified District (4404)?

Marana Unified District (4404) includes 20 schools serving students in MARANA.

What schools are in MARANA, AZ?

Gladden Farms Elementary is among the schools serving MARANA, AZ. The school is part of Marana Unified District (4404).

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Gladden Farms Elementary — School Calendar 2026-27

Q: What school district serves MARANA, AZ?

The school district for MARANA, AZ is Marana Unified District (4404). Gladden Farms Elementary and other schools are part of this district.

Primary|MARANA, Arizona|Marana Unified District (4404)

MARANA, AZ 85653

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Sep

Thu

Shortened Day Elementary Studentshalf_dayDistrict-wide

Early dismissal for elementary students due to conferences.

Sep

Thu

Shortened Day Middle & K-8 School Studentshalf_dayDistrict-wide

Early dismissal for middle & K-8 students due to conferences.

Oct

Fri

End of 1st QuarterEventDistrict-wide

Oct

Fri

Half Day All Studentshalf_dayDistrict-wide

Early dismissal for all students due to End of 1st Quarter.

Oct

Mon

Fall BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Oct

Mon

Staff Professional LearningStaff DayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

PK–6

Enrollment

747

Student:Teacher

16.2:1

Locale

Town

District

Marana Unified District (4404)

Phone

(520)682-1180

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

51%

71th percentile in AZ

Math Proficiency

47%

74th percentile in AZ

Chronic Absenteeism

5.9%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

102 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.9:1

Near average in AZ

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

689

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

98% fully certified

Counselors

1.5

Psychologists

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$10,680

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$5,917

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$12,969

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 9%State 52%Local 39%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

24.3%

Below 150% poverty line

5.8%

Unemployment rate

9.1%

Uninsured residents

11.2%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

2,715

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

2,580

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

637 (25%)

Speech/Language Impairment

464 (18%)

Other Health Impairment

183 (7%)

Emotional Disturbance

58 (2%)

Autism

51 (2%)

Intellectual Disability

6 (0%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

742

Current enrollment

Stable(+8% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Sep 10, 2026

Shortened Day Elementary Students

Early dismissal for elementary students due to conferences.

half_day

Thu, Sep 17, 2026

Shortened Day Middle & K-8 School Students

Early dismissal for middle & K-8 students due to conferences.

half_day

Fri, Oct 2, 2026

End of 1st Quarter

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Marana Unified District (4404). Gladden Farms Elementary follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Thu, Sep 10, 2026	Shortened Day Elementary StudentsDistrict-wide Early dismissal for elementary students due to conferences.	half_day	—
Thu, Sep 17, 2026	Shortened Day Middle & K-8 School StudentsDistrict-wide Early dismissal for middle & K-8 students due to conferences.	half_day	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	End of 1st QuarterDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	Half Day All StudentsDistrict-wide Early dismissal for all students due to End of 1st Quarter.	half_day	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Staff Professional LearningDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veteran's DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Teachers Only (Thanksgiving)District-wide No school for students; teachers only day.	Staff Day	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	Half Day All StudentsDistrict-wide Early dismissal for all students due to End of 1st Semester.	half_day	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	End of 1st SemesterDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Teachers OnlyDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Staff Professional LearningDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	Students ReturnDistrict-wide First day back for students after Winter Break.	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK/Civil Rights DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Thu, Feb 4, 2027	Shortened Day Elementary StudentsDistrict-wide Early dismissal for elementary students due to conferences.	half_day	—
Thu, Feb 11, 2027	Shortened Day Middle & K-8 School StudentsDistrict-wide Early dismissal for middle & K-8 students due to conferences.	half_day	—
Thu, Feb 25, 2027	Rodeo DaysDistrict-wide	Event	—
Thu, Feb 25, 2027	Half Day All StudentsDistrict-wide Early dismissal for all students due to Rodeo Days.	half_day	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	Half Day All StudentsDistrict-wide Early dismissal for all students due to End of 3rd Quarter.	half_day	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	End of 3rd QuarterDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, May 20, 2027	Half Day All StudentsDistrict-wide Early dismissal for all students on the Last Day of School.	half_day	—
Thu, May 20, 2027	Last Day of SchoolDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	Teachers OnlyDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gladden Farms Elementary

Gladden Farms Elementary has a total enrollment of 747 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of Marana Unified District (4404) in MARANA, AZ.