For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 239 students in 85536, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85536, AZ are Mt. Turnbull Academy and Fort Thomas Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85536 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85536, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Arizona public preschool average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85536, AZ Public Preschools (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.
Fort Thomas Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15560 West Elementary School R
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
(928) 485-2433
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
(928) 485-2433
Gr: PK-6 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85536, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85536, AZ include Mt. Turnbull Academy and Fort Thomas Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 85536?
2 public preschools are located in 85536.
What is the racial composition of students in 85536?
85536 public preschools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Arizona public preschools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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