For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,122 students in 85251, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85251, AZ are Navajo Elementary School, Pima Elementary School and Echo Canyon K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85251 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85251, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85251, AZ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Navajo Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4525 N Granite Reef Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-2600
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-2600
Gr: PK-6 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Pima Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8330 E Osborn Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-2800
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-2800
Gr: PK-6 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Echo Canyon K-8
(Math: 35% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4330 N 62nd St
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-7500
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-7500
Gr: PK-8 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85251, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85251, AZ include Navajo Elementary School, Pima Elementary School and Echo Canyon K-8.
How many public preschools are located in 85251?
3 public preschools are located in 85251.
What is the racial composition of students in 85251?
85251 public preschools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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