Gladden Farms Elementary vs La Paloma Academy Marana
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arizona, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gladden Farms Elementary
Marana · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
742 students
La Paloma Academy Marana
Marana · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
157 students
| Measure | Gladden Farms Elementary Marana, Arizona | La Paloma Academy Marana Marana, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #187 of 1,136 | #674 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #11458 of 50,301 | #37359 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 742 | 157 |
| Enrollment | 742 | 157 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 19.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | – |
| Math proficiency | 68% | – |
| city | Marana | Marana |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gladden Farms Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.8 vs 31.8).
- •Gladden Farms Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 19.6).
- •Gladden Farms Elementary is the larger school with 742 students compared with 157.
- •Gladden Farms Elementary is a public school while La Paloma Academy Marana is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Gladden Farms Elementary better than La Paloma Academy Marana?
On the Success Index (US), Gladden Farms Elementary ranks higher (69.8 vs 31.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Gladden Farms Elementary and La Paloma Academy Marana?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Marana and Marana in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gladden Farms Elementary: 742. La Paloma Academy Marana: 157. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gladden Farms Elementary and La Paloma Academy Marana rank in Arizona?
Gladden Farms Elementary is 187th of 1,136 and La Paloma Academy Marana is 674th of 1,136 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).