For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 941 students in 85757, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85757, AZ are Vesey Elementary School and Harriet Johnson Primary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85757 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85757, AZ have an average ranking of 5/10, 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 85757, AZ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vesey Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5005 S Butts Rd
Tucson, AZ 85757
(520) 908-4600
Tucson, AZ 85757
(520) 908-4600
Gr: PK-6 | 673 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Harriet Johnson Primary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6060 S Joseph Ave
Tucson, AZ 85757
(520) 908-3800
Tucson, AZ 85757
(520) 908-3800
Gr: PK-3 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85757, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85757, AZ include Vesey Elementary School and Harriet Johnson Primary School.
How many public preschools are located in 85757?
2 public preschools are located in 85757.
What is the racial composition of students in 85757?
85757 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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