For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,099 students in 85304, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85304, AZ are Copperwood School, Desert Valley Elementary School and Marshall Ranch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85304 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85304, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85304, AZ Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Copperwood School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11232 N 65th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 412-4650
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 412-4650
Gr: PK-8 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Desert Valley Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12901 N 63rd Ave
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 412-4750
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 412-4750
Gr: PK-8 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Marshall Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12995 N Marshall Ranch Dr
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 486-6450
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 486-6450
Gr: PK-8 | 662 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Desert Palms Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11441 N 55th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 412-4600
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 412-4600
Gr: PK-8 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
85304, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Arizona Montessori Charter School - Glendale (Closed 2007)
Charter School
10620 N. 43rd Ave
Glendale, AZ 85304
(602) 978-0011
Glendale, AZ 85304
(602) 978-0011
Gr: K-6 | 32 students Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85304, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85304, AZ include Copperwood School, Desert Valley Elementary School and Marshall Ranch Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 85304?
4 public preschools are located in 85304.
What is the racial composition of students in 85304?
85304 public preschools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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