For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,530 students in 85248, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85248, AZ are Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence, Anna Marie Jacobson Elementary School and Ira A. Fulton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85248 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85248, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85248, AZ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence
(Math: 86% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1405 W Lake Dr
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 224-2700
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 224-2700
Gr: PK-6 | 796 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Anna Marie Jacobson Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1515 Nw Jacaranda Pkwy
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 883-4100
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 883-4100
Gr: PK-6 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Ira A. Fulton Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4750 S Sunland Dr
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 224-3300
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 224-3300
Gr: PK-6 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #44.
Basha Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3535 S Basha Rd
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 883-4400
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 883-4400
Gr: PK-6 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85248, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85248, AZ include Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence, Anna Marie Jacobson Elementary School and Ira A. Fulton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 85248?
4 public preschools are located in 85248.
What is the racial composition of students in 85248?
85248 public preschools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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