For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 2,108 students in 85306, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85306, AZ are Sunflower School, Canyon Elementary School and Sunburst School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85306 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85306, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85306, AZ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sunflower School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5490 W Paradise Ln
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5050
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5050
Gr: PK-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Canyon Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5490 W Paradise Ln
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5050
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5050
Gr: PK-8 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Sunburst School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
14218 N 47th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 896-6400
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 896-6400
Gr: PK-6 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Pioneer Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6315 W Port Au Prince Ln
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-4550
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-4550
Gr: PK-8 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #55.
Kachina Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5304 W Crocus Dr
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-4500
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-4500
Gr: PK-8 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #66.
Foothills Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15808 N 63rd Ave
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-4626
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-4626
Gr: PK-8 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: n/an/a
6000 W Olive Ave
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 486-6000
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 486-6000
Gr: PK | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85306, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85306, AZ include Sunflower School, Canyon Elementary School and Sunburst School.
How many public preschools are located in 85306?
7 public preschools are located in 85306.
What is the racial composition of students in 85306?
85306 public preschools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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