For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,503 students in 85249, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85249, AZ are Audrey & Robert Ryan Elementary School, John & Carol Carlson Elementary School and Santan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85249 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85249, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85249, AZ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Audrey & Robert Ryan Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4600 S Bright Angel Way
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 224-3200
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 224-3200
Gr: PK-6 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
John & Carol Carlson Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5400 S White Dr
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 224-3800
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 224-3800
Gr: PK-6 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Santan Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1550 E Chandler Heights Rd
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 883-4700
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 883-4700
Gr: PK-6 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Jane D. Hull Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2424 E Maren Dr
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 883-4500
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 883-4500
Gr: PK-6 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #55.
Navarrete Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6490 S Sun Groves Blvd
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 883-4800
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 883-4800
Gr: PK-6 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85249, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85249, AZ include Audrey & Robert Ryan Elementary School, John & Carol Carlson Elementary School and Santan Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 85249?
5 public preschools are located in 85249.
What is the racial composition of students in 85249?
85249 public preschools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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