Marana Distance Learning

11279 W GRIER RD # 115A
MARANA, AZ 85653

www.maranausd.org/academics/marana-pathways/distance-learning-online-cou

42 Students

Other K - 12th

School Overview

Marana Distance Learning (MDLP) is a specialized educational program offered by the Marana Unified School District, designed to provide flexible, self-paced online instruction for students in grades K-12. By utilizing a robust digital curriculum, the program allows students to complete their coursework from home or any location with internet access, making it an ideal solution for those who need a non-traditional school schedule, require credit recovery, or prefer a personalized learning environment that moves at their own pace.

The program is fully accredited and taught by Arizona-certified teachers who provide academic support, monitor progress, and ensure that students meet state standards. While the coursework is delivered online, MDLP emphasizes student success through regular communication and a structured support system. By bridging the gap between independent study and teacher-led instruction, Marana Distance Learning offers a convenient, high-quality educational alternative for families seeking a customized approach to public schooling.

Total Students

N/A

Full-Time Teachers

N/A

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Marana Distance Learning
Demographic	Student Count
White	27
Hispanic	14
Two or More	1

White
27 (64.3%)
Hispanic
14 (33.3%)
Two or More
1 (2.4%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Other
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Exclusively virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Marana Unified District (4404)
Phone:	(520)352-7012
Website:	http://www.maranausd.org/academics/marana-pathways/distance-learning-online-cou
Grade Range:	K - 12th
Total Students:	42
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	N/A
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	N/A
NSLP Participation:¹	No
Qualified Free Lunch:	N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	N/A

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 1

Grade 7 2

Grade 8 1

Grade 9 2

Grade 10 11

Grade 11 10

Grade 12 15