For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 917 students in 85648, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschool in 85648, AZ is Calabasas School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 85648 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85648, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public preschool average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85648, AZ Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Calabasas School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1374 W Frontage Rd
Rio Rico, AZ 85648
(520) 375-8600
Rio Rico, AZ 85648
(520) 375-8600
Gr: PK-8 | 917 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
85648, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
131 Camino Maricopa
Rio Rico, AZ 85648
(520) 281-8282
Rio Rico, AZ 85648
(520) 281-8282
Gr: PK-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85648, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85648, AZ include Calabasas School.
How many public preschools are located in 85648?
1 public preschools are located in 85648.
What is the racial composition of students in 85648?
85648 public preschools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public preschools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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