For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,351 students in 85016, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85016, AZ are Madison Camelview Elementary School, Loma Linda Elementary School and Larry C Kennedy School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85016 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85016, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public preschool average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85016, AZ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Madison Camelview Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2002 E Campbell Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 664-7200
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 664-7200
Gr: PK-4 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Loma Linda Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2002 E Clarendon Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 381-6080
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 381-6080
Gr: PK-8 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Larry C Kennedy School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2702 E Osborn Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 381-6180
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 381-6180
Gr: PK-8 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85016, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85016, AZ include Madison Camelview Elementary School, Loma Linda Elementary School and Larry C Kennedy School.
How many public preschools are located in 85016?
3 public preschools are located in 85016.
What is the racial composition of students in 85016?
85016 public preschools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public preschools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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