For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 292 students in 86321, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 86321, AZ are Bagdad Elementary School and Hillside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 86321 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 86321, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 86321, AZ Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bagdad Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 Sultan Way
Bagdad, AZ 86321
(928) 633-4101
Bagdad, AZ 86321
(928) 633-4101
Gr: PK-6 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Hillside Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
Hc 1 Box 3056
Bagdad, AZ 86321
(928) 442-3416
Bagdad, AZ 86321
(928) 442-3416
Gr: PK-8 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 86321, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 86321, AZ include Bagdad Elementary School and Hillside Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 86321?
2 public preschools are located in 86321.
What is the racial composition of students in 86321?
86321 public preschools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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