For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 920 students in 85028, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85028, AZ are Mercury Mine Elementary School and Desert Cove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85028 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85028, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85028, AZ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mercury Mine Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9640 N 28th St
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3700
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3700
Gr: PK-6 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Desert Cove Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11020 N 28th St
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3400
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3400
Gr: PK-6 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85028, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85028, AZ include Mercury Mine Elementary School and Desert Cove Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 85028?
3 public preschools are located in 85028.
What is the racial composition of students in 85028?
85028 public preschools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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