For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 986 students in 85396, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschool in 85396, AZ is Festival Foothills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85396 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85396, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85396, AZ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Festival Foothills Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
26252 W. Desert Vista Blvd.
Buckeye, AZ 85396
(928) 501-6000
Buckeye, AZ 85396
(928) 501-6000
Gr: PK-8 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: n/an/a
30919 W. White Tanks Vista Dr
Buckeye, AZ 85396
(623) 474-5601
Buckeye, AZ 85396
(623) 474-5601
Gr: PK-5 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85396, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85396, AZ include Festival Foothills Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 85396?
2 public preschools are located in 85396.
What is the racial composition of students in 85396?
85396 public preschools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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