For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,757 students in 85048, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85048, AZ are Kyrene Monte Vista School, Kyrene De La Sierra School and Kyrene De Los Cerritos School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85048 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85048, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85048, AZ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kyrene Monte Vista School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
15221 S Ray Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-4400
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-4400
Gr: PK-5 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Kyrene De La Sierra School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1122 E Liberty Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-5200
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Kyrene De Los Cerritos School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
14620 S Desert Foothills Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-2200
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-2200
Gr: PK-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Kyrene De Los Lagos School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
17001 S 34th Way
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-3200
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-3200
Gr: PK-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #55.
Kyrene De La Estrella Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2620 E Liberty Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-3000
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-3000
Gr: PK-5 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #66.
Kyrene Del Milenio
(Math: 45% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4630 E Frye Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-4000
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-4000
Gr: PK-5 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85048, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85048, AZ include Kyrene Monte Vista School, Kyrene De La Sierra School and Kyrene De Los Cerritos School.
How many public preschools are located in 85048?
6 public preschools are located in 85048.
What is the racial composition of students in 85048?
85048 public preschools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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