Best 85087 Arizona Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 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 (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canyon Springs Stem Academy
(Math: 56% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
42901 N 45th Ave
New River, AZ 85087
(623) 376-5200
Gr: PK-8 | 787 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
New River Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
48827 N Black Canyon Hwy
New River, AZ 85087
(623) 376-3500
Gr: PK-6 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%

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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