For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public preschools serving 4,317 students in 85008, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85008, AZ are Wilson Primary School, David Crockett Elementary School and Griffith Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85008 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85008, AZ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85008, AZ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wilson Primary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
415 N 30th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 683-2500
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 683-2500
Gr: PK-3 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
David Crockett Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
501 N 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6600
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6600
Gr: PK-6 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Griffith Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4505 E Palm Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6700
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6700
Gr: PK-6 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Papago School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2013 N 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6100
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6100
Gr: PK-8 | 813 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
The Creighton Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2802 E. Mcdowell Roaad
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6060
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6060
Gr: PK-8 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Gateway School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1100 N 35th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-4665
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-4665
Gr: PK-8 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Pat Tillman Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4309 E Belleview Street
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6500
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6500
Gr: PK-8 | 636 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
Brunson-lee Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1350 N 48th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6900
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6900
Gr: PK-6 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Orangedale Early Learning Center
Special Education School
5048 E Oak St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6800
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6800
Gr: PK | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
85008, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
425 North 36th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 389-4271
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 389-4271
Gr: K-8 | 83 students Minority enrollment: 96%
5048 East Oak St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6800
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6800
Gr: 7-8 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
2030 North 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(480) 755-8222
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(480) 755-8222
Gr: K-12
3535 East Mcdowell Road
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 957-9557
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 957-9557
Gr: K-12 | 93 students Minority enrollment: 86%
3005 East Fillmore St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 850-2600
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 850-2600
Gr: 9-12 | 302 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85008, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85008, AZ include Wilson Primary School, David Crockett Elementary School and Griffith Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 85008?
9 public preschools are located in 85008.
What is the racial composition of students in 85008?
85008 public preschools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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