For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,333 students in 85704, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85704, AZ are Winifred Harelson Elementary School, Mesa Verde Elementary School and Lulu Walker School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85704 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85704, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85704, AZ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Winifred Harelson Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
826 W Chapala Dr
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6020
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6020
Gr: PK-6 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Mesa Verde Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1661 W Sage St
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6090
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6090
Gr: PK-5 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Lulu Walker School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1750 W Roller Coaster Rd
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6517
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6517
Gr: PK-5 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
Marion Donaldson Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2040 W Omar Dr
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6160
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6160
Gr: PK-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
85704, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85704, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85704, AZ include Winifred Harelson Elementary School, Mesa Verde Elementary School and Lulu Walker School.
How many public preschools are located in 85704?
4 public preschools are located in 85704.
What is the racial composition of students in 85704?
85704 public preschools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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