For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,711 students in 85086, AZ.
The top ranked public preschools in 85086, AZ are Diamond Canyon School, Gavilan Peak School and Anthem School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85086 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85086, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% 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 85086, AZ Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Diamond Canyon School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
40004 N Liberty Bell Way
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-8000
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-8000
Gr: PK-8 | 737 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Gavilan Peak School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2701 W Memorial Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7400
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7400
Gr: PK-8 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Anthem School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
41020 N Freedom Way
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 376-3700
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 376-3700
Gr: PK-8 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #44.
Sunset Ridge School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
35707 N 33rd Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7800
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7800
Gr: PK-8 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #55.
Desert Mountain School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
35959 N 7th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-3500
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-3500
Gr: PK-8 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
85086, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy (Closed 2024)
Charter School
41900 N 42nd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 551-5083
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 551-5083
Gr: K-12 | 214 students Minority enrollment: 31%
42302 North Vision Way
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(602) 864-1211
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(602) 864-1211
Gr: 9-10 | 41 students Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 85086, AZ?
The top ranked public preschools in 85086, AZ include Diamond Canyon School, Gavilan Peak School and Anthem School.
How many public preschools are located in 85086?
5 public preschools are located in 85086.
What is the racial composition of students in 85086?
85086 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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