For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 5,997 students in Goodyear, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in Goodyear, AZ are Wildflower Accelerated Academy, Estrella Mountain Elementary School and Westar Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Goodyear, AZ public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in Goodyear have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public preschool average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Goodyear, AZ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wildflower Accelerated Academy
(Math: 50% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
325 S Wildflower Dr
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 772-5205
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 772-5205
Gr: PK-8 | 750 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Estrella Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10301 S San Miguel Ave
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 327-2820
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 327-2820
Gr: PK-8 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Westar Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
17777 W Westar Dr
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 237-2840
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 237-2840
Gr: PK-8 | 815 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Las Brisas Academy
(Math: 37% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18211 W Las Brisas Dr
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 237-2860
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 237-2860
Gr: PK-8 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
Copper Trails
(Math: 34% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
16875 W Canyon Trails Blvd
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 772-4100
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 772-4100
Gr: PK-8 | 1,020 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #66.
Centerra Mirage Stem Academy
(Math: 40% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
15151 W Centerra Dr S
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 772-4800
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 772-4800
Gr: PK-8 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #77.
Desert Thunder
(Math: 30% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
16750 W Garfield St
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 772-4700
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 772-4700
Gr: PK-8 | 928 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #88.
Desert Star
(Math: 33% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2131 S 157th Ave
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 772-4600
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 772-4600
Gr: PK-8 | 637 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Goodyear, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in Goodyear, AZ include Wildflower Accelerated Academy, Estrella Mountain Elementary School and Westar Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Goodyear?
8 public preschools are located in Goodyear.
What is the racial composition of students in Goodyear?
Goodyear public preschools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public preschools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Goodyear are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Goodyear include: Estrella Mountain Elementary School vs. Westar Elementary School, Westar Elementary School vs. Estrella Mountain Elementary School, Desert Star vs. Copper Trails
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