For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,700 students in 85653, AZ.
The top ranked public preschools in 85653, AZ are Gladden Farms Elementary School, Marjorie W Estes Elementary School and Roadrunner Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85653 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85653, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85653, AZ Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gladden Farms Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11745 W Gladden Farms Dr
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 682-1180
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 682-1180
Gr: PK-6 | 747 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Marjorie W Estes Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11279 W Grier Rd Ste 100
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 682-4738
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 682-4738
Gr: PK-6 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
Roadrunner Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
16651 W Calle Carmela
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 616-6363
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 616-6363
Gr: PK-6 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
85653, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Open Doors Community School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
13644 N. Sandario Rd.
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 744-2484
Marana, AZ 85653
(520) 744-2484
Gr: K-8 | 92 students Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 85653, AZ?
The top ranked public preschools in 85653, AZ include Gladden Farms Elementary School, Marjorie W Estes Elementary School and Roadrunner Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 85653?
3 public preschools are located in 85653.
What is the racial composition of students in 85653?
85653 public preschools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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