For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,399 students in 85365, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85365, AZ are James D Price School, Desert Mesa Elementary School and James B Rolle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85365 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85365, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public preschool average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85365, AZ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James D Price School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1010 Barranca Road Yuma Provi
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-7730
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-7730
Gr: PK-5 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Desert Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2350 S Avenue 7 1/2 E
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-8600
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-8600
Gr: PK-5 | 876 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
James B Rolle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2711 S Engler Ave
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-8200
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-8200
Gr: PK-6 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #44.
Mary A Otondo Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2251 S Otondo Dr
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-8500
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-8500
Gr: PK-5 | 893 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85365, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85365, AZ include James D Price School, Desert Mesa Elementary School and James B Rolle School.
How many public preschools are located in 85365?
4 public preschools are located in 85365.
What is the racial composition of students in 85365?
85365 public preschools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public preschools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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