For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 959 students in 85087, AZ.
The top ranked public preschools in 85087, AZ are Canyon Springs Stem Academy and New River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85087 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85087, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85087, AZ Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Canyon Springs Stem Academy
(Math: 56% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
42901 N 45th Ave
New River, AZ 85087
(623) 376-5200
New River, AZ 85087
(623) 376-5200
Grades: PK-8
| 787 students
Rank: #22.
New River Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
48827 N Black Canyon Hwy
New River, AZ 85087
(623) 376-3500
New River, AZ 85087
(623) 376-3500
Grades: PK-6
| 172 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 85087, AZ?
The top ranked public preschools in 85087, AZ include Canyon Springs Stem Academy and New River Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 85087?
2 public preschools are located in 85087.
What is the racial composition of students in 85087?
85087 public preschools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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