For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public preschools serving 5,291 students in 85308, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85308, AZ are Sierra Verde Steam Academy, Legend Springs Elementary School and Traditional Academy At Bellair. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85308 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85308, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85308, AZ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sierra Verde Steam Academy
(Math: 69% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7241 W Rose Garden Ln
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 376-4800
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 376-4800
Gr: PK-8 | 932 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Legend Springs Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
21150 N Arrowhead Loop Rd
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 376-4500
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 376-4500
Gr: PK-6 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Traditional Academy At Bellair
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4701 W Grovers Ave
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 467-5700
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 467-5700
Gr: PK-6 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #44.
Highland Lakes School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
19000 N 63rd Ave
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 376-4300
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 376-4300
Gr: PK-8 | 1,091 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #55.
Greenbrier Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6150 W Greenbriar Dr
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 467-5500
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 467-5500
Gr: PK-6 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #66.
Arrowhead Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7490 W Union Hills Dr
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 376-4100
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 376-4100
Gr: PK-6 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #77.
Mountain Shadows Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19602 N 45th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 445-4300
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 445-4300
Gr: PK-6 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #88.
Park Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
20012 N 35th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 445-4100
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 445-4100
Gr: PK-6 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #99.
Mirage Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3910 W Grovers Ave
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 467-5300
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 467-5300
Gr: PK-6 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85308, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85308, AZ include Sierra Verde Steam Academy, Legend Springs Elementary School and Traditional Academy At Bellair.
How many public preschools are located in 85308?
9 public preschools are located in 85308.
What is the racial composition of students in 85308?
85308 public preschools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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