For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,996 students in 85254, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85254, AZ are Sequoya Elementary School, Desert Shadows Elementary School and Copper Canyon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85254 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85254, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85254, AZ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sequoya Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11808 N 64th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 484-3200
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 484-3200
Gr: PK-5 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Desert Shadows Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5902 E Sweetwater Ave
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 449-6900
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 449-6900
Gr: PK-6 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Copper Canyon Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
17650 N 54th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 449-7200
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 449-7200
Gr: PK-6 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Liberty Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5125 E Marilyn Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 449-6200
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 449-6200
Gr: PK-6 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
85254, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6239 E. Bell Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 596-7922
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 596-7922
Gr: K-3 | 9 students Minority enrollment: 22%
5334 E. Thunderbird Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 393-6500
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 393-6500
Gr: K-12 | 169 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85254, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85254, AZ include Sequoya Elementary School, Desert Shadows Elementary School and Copper Canyon Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 85254?
4 public preschools are located in 85254.
What is the racial composition of students in 85254?
85254 public preschools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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