For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 alternative public preschools serving 195 students in Arizona.
The top-ranked alternative public preschools in Arizona are Mt. Turnbull Academy and Mountain Vista Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arizona alternative public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 5% (versus the 40% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best Alternative Public Preschools in Arizona (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mt. Turnbull Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
297 E Us Highway 70
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
(928) 475-3050
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
(928) 475-3050
Gr: PK-12 | 32 students
Rank: #22.
Mountain Vista Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
225 S. Orlando Street
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 474-6170
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 474-6170
Gr: PK-12 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked alternative public preschools in Arizona?
The top-ranked alternative public preschools in Arizona include Mt. Turnbull Academy and Mountain Vista Academy.
How many alternative public preschools are located in Arizona?
2 alternative public preschools are located in Arizona.
What is the racial composition of students in Arizona?
Arizona alternative public preschools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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