For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 967 students in New River, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in New River, 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.
New River, AZ public preschools 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 New River have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in New River, AZ (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-8 | 805 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
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
Gr: PK-6 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in New River, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in New River, AZ include Canyon Springs Stem Academy and New River Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in New River?
2 public preschools are located in New River.
What is the racial composition of students in New River?
New River public preschools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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