For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 947 students in 85282, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85282, AZ are Meyer Montessori, Arredondo Elementary School and Carminati School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85282 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85282, AZ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public preschool average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85282, AZ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meyer Montessori
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2615 S Dorsey Ln
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 584-6339
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 584-6339
Gr: PK-6 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Arredondo Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1330 E Carson Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 897-2744
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 897-2744
Gr: PK-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
Carminati School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4001 S Mcallister Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 784-4484
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 784-4484
Gr: PK-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85282, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85282, AZ include Meyer Montessori, Arredondo Elementary School and Carminati School.
How many public preschools are located in 85282?
3 public preschools are located in 85282.
What is the racial composition of students in 85282?
85282 public preschools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public preschools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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