For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 860 students in 85053, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85053, AZ are Ironwood Elementary School and Sunrise Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85053 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85053, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85053, AZ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ironwood Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14850 N 39th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85053
(602) 896-5600
Phoenix, AZ 85053
(602) 896-5600
Gr: PK-6 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Sunrise Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
17624 N 31st Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85053
(602) 467-5900
Phoenix, AZ 85053
(602) 467-5900
Gr: PK-6 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85053, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85053, AZ include Ironwood Elementary School and Sunrise Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 85053?
2 public preschools are located in 85053.
What is the racial composition of students in 85053?
85053 public preschools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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