For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,829 students in 85233, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85233, AZ are Islands Elementary School, Gilbert Elementary School and Playa Del Rey Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85233 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85233, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85233, AZ Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Islands Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
245 S Mcqueen Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 497-0742
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 497-0742
Gr: PK-6 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Gilbert Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
175 W Elliot Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 892-8624
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 892-8624
Gr: PK-6 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Playa Del Rey Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
550 N Horne St
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 892-7810
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 892-7810
Gr: PK-6 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Oak Tree Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
505 W Houston Ave
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 632-4785
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 632-4785
Gr: PK-6 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
85233, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
580 W. Melody Ave.
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 813-9537
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 813-9537
Gr: K-8 | 1,131 students Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85233, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85233, AZ include Islands Elementary School, Gilbert Elementary School and Playa Del Rey Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 85233?
4 public preschools are located in 85233.
What is the racial composition of students in 85233?
85233 public preschools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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