For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 4,219 students in 85132, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85132, AZ are Anthem Elementary School, Skyline Ranch Elementary School and Florence K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85132 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85132, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85132, AZ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anthem Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2700 N. Anthem Way
Florence, AZ 85132
(520) 723-6400
Florence, AZ 85132
(520) 723-6400
Gr: PK-9 | 722 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Skyline Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1084 San Tan Hills Dr
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 888-7520
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 888-7520
Gr: PK-8 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Florence K-8
(Math: 23% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
460 S. Park Street
Florence, AZ 85132
(520) 868-3540
Florence, AZ 85132
(520) 868-3540
Gr: PK-8 | 805 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #44.
Walker Butte Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
29697 N Desert Willow Blvd
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 987-5360
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 987-5360
Gr: PK-8 | 718 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #55.
Magma Ranch K8 School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10980 E. Desert Mountain Boule
Florence, AZ 85132
(520) 868-7300
Florence, AZ 85132
(520) 868-7300
Gr: PK-8 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #66.
Copper Basin
(Math: 12% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
28682 N Main St
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 888-7500
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 888-7500
Gr: PK-8 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #77.
Mountain Vista Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
225 S. Orlando Street
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 474-6170
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 474-6170
Gr: PK-12 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Learning Center
Special Education School
29895 N Desert Willow Blvd
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 987-5380
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 987-5380
Gr: PK-K | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85132, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85132, AZ include Anthem Elementary School, Skyline Ranch Elementary School and Florence K-8.
How many public preschools are located in 85132?
8 public preschools are located in 85132.
What is the racial composition of students in 85132?
85132 public preschools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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