For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public preschools serving 4,317 students in 85008, AZ.
The top ranked public preschools in 85008, AZ are David Crockett Elementary School, Wilson Primary School and Papago 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 10% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 35%), 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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
Grades: PK-6
| 517 students
Rank: #22.
Wilson Primary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
415 N 30th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 683-2500
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 683-2500
Grades: PK-3
| 464 students
Rank: #33.
Papago School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2013 N 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6100
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6100
Grades: PK-8
| 813 students
Rank: #44.
Griffith Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4505 E Palm Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6700
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6700
Grades: PK-6
| 446 students
Rank: #55.
Pat Tillman Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4309 E Belleview Street
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6500
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6500
Grades: PK-8
| 636 students
Rank: #66.
The Creighton Academy
(Math: ≤5% | 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
Grades: PK-8
| 447 students
Rank: #77.
Gateway School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1100 N 35th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-4665
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-4665
Grades: PK-8
| 530 students
Rank: #88.
Brunson-lee Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1350 N 48th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6900
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6900
Grades: PK-6
| 431 students
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
Grades: PK
| 33 students
85008, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
425 North 36th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 389-4271
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 389-4271
Grades: K-8
| 83 students
5048 East Oak St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6800
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6800
Grades: 7-8
| 472 students
2030 North 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(480) 755-8222
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(480) 755-8222
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
3535 East Mcdowell Road
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 957-9557
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 957-9557
Grades: K-12
| 93 students
3005 East Fillmore St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 850-2600
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 850-2600
Grades: 9-12
| 302 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 85008, AZ?
The top ranked public preschools in 85008, AZ include David Crockett Elementary School, Wilson Primary School and Papago 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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